Coaches: Michael Shipp, Litchfield and Mike Sasser, T.R. Miller
Game: Played Friday December 5, 1986 at Municipal Stadium, Brewton
Summary:
The Litchfield Eagles won their
first ever state championship by defeating T.R. Miller 23-14.
The Eagles used two fourth quarter touchdowns by running back
Tracey Crowley to propel them to the title. Crowley rushed for
194 yards on 19 carries and scored on a 72-yard run and a
48-yard pass play to seal the win for the Eagles.
Joseph Williams led the Tigers
with 112 yards rushing on 26 carries but it was not enough. The
two teams fought to a 7-7 halftime tie and Litchfield led 10-7
after three periods. Miller took the lead on a Joseph Williams 2
yard run on the first play of the fourth quarter setting up the
late game heroics by Crowley.
One the first play following
the kickoff, Crowley raced 72-yards for a touchdown and the
Eagles had a lead they would never relinquish. John Horton led
the defense with eight tackles and two assists.
Great Moments in Alabama High School Football History
Collinsville completed the 1931 season with a record of 1-4-5. The five ties will forever be a state record since all games are now decided by overtime.