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Not an early injury to their star quarterback or a meeting with a formidable undefeated opponent could slow down 18th-ranked Thompson (Alabaster). The Warriors showed off their depth, big-play prowess and mostly a devastating defense while winning their third straight Alabama High School Athletic Association 7A championship Wednesday with a 38-22 victory over Central (Phenix City) at Protective Stadium on the campus of the University of Alabama-Birmingham.

The Red Devils scored two touchdowns in the final 38 seconds to make the score a little less lopsided.

Sophomore quarterback Zach Sims threw two touchdown passes on his first two attempts before starter
Conner Harrell returned and along with Ryan Peppins led the Warriors (13-1) to third straight crown and 27th win over the last two seasons. ...

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