Alabama
Alabama edges Ohio State football in ESPN’s preseason FPI ranking, but Buckeyes lead in playoff odds
COLUMBUS, Ohio — ESPN’s preseason Soccer Energy Index says Ohio State soccer and Alabama will play for the nationwide championship for the second time in three years.
The Crimson Tide topped the preseason rating with a rating of 28.9 — merely 0.6 factors forward of OSU. Defending nationwide champion Georgia is shut behind at 27.4, whereas FPI predicts Clemson (23.2) will even return to playoff type.
Nevertheless, the Buckeyes lead the contenders in a few of FPI’s predictive metrics. Ohio State’s 32.5% likelihood of going undefeated is one of the best within the nation. So is its general predicted win complete (11.8), its convention championship odds (73.6%) and its chance of constructing the playoff (82.3%).
FPI presently offers OSU a 50% likelihood to make the nationwide championship sport, with Alabama barely forward at 51.6%.
Amongst different FPI’s different notable preseason reads:
• Michigan will come again to earth a bit after its playoff run. The Wolverines are ranked seventh with 9.5 anticipated wins and a 9.9% likelihood of profitable the Huge Ten East.
• Wisconsin is the highest-ranked Huge Ten West group at No. 1. Nevertheless, No. 35 Nebraska is given barely increased odds to win the division and meet OSU within the Huge Ten championship sport (29.2-28.9).
• No. 6 Texas (21%) is the one group outdoors the highest 4 with a greater than 20% likelihood to succeed in the playoff. No. 5 Notre Dame (17.6%) is subsequent most-likely. The Combating Irish open the season at Ohio Stadium.
• Cincinnati, which reached the playoff final season underneath former OSU participant and coach Luke Fickell, is ranked No. 32, with solely an 0.4% likelihood of reaching the playoff.
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Alabama
Check out these five scenic parks in Alabama – Yellowhammer News
Alabama State Parks offer lots of opportunities for fun, adventure, and family escapes, especially in summer.
Monte Santo State Park
Madison County
Known for its rich history and stunning landscapes, Monte Santo offers diverse outdoor activities and miles of scenic hiking and biking trails. It’s a perfect destination for nature lovers and families looking for a peaceful retreat.
Langan Park
Mobile
An urban oasis featuring lakes, walking trails, and large green spaces, Langan Park is a popular destination for families and outdoor enthusiasts. Visitors enjoy amenities such as playgrounds, picnic areas, and the Mobile Museum of Art.
Blount Cultural Park
Montgomery
A blend of art and nature, this park is home to the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts and the Alabama Shakespeare Festival. Blount Cultural Park is beautifully landscaped with gardens, ponds, and scenic walking trails for the perfect day for nature lovers or anyone looking for outdoor respite.
Black Creek Park
Fultondale
A spot featuring scenic walking trails, lush greenery and a family-friendly atmosphere, Black Creek Park is a natural getaway. Enjoy outdoor movie night under the stars, adding a touch of cinematic magic to this beautiful park.
Oak Mountain State Park
Pelham
A haven for outdoor enthusiasts, Oak Mountain State Park offers a range of activities from hiking and mountain biking to fishing and horseback riding. With beautiful lakes and scenic views, it’s the perfect destination for adventure and relaxation.
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These Alabama airports are sharing $22 million in federal grants
Alabama airports are splitting $22 million in the latest round of federal grants to improve infrastructure like runways, lighting and taxiways.
Huntsville International Airport and Birmingham- Shuttlesworth International Airport are in line for the largest slices of the Federal Aviation Administration’s Airport Improvement Grants, which are based both on passenger volume and capital improvement needs.
HSV will be getting $12.8 million to help shift a taxiway 200 feet and rehabilitate pavement and lighting on Runway 18/36, according to the FAA. In Birmingham, $6.9 million is earmarked for rehabilitation and construction of additional taxiways.
“The funding we’re announcing today will allow hundreds of airports to make critical improvements that will benefit passengers for years to come,” U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said in a news release announcing the grants.
The remaining funds are going to 10 other airports in the state, including:
- $667,080 to Weedon Field in Eufaula for taxiway construction
- $524,323 to Troy Municipal Airport for taxiway rehabilitation
- $332, 786 to MacCrenshaw Memorial in Greenville for apron rehabilitation
- $309,747 to Franklin Field in Union Springs for hangar construction
- $164,270 to Tuscaloosa National for lighting vault equipment reconstruction
- $46,674 to Gulf Shores International for temporary runway closure lighting
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