Countdown to kickoff: Paxton Ussery aims for big season following injury

Sports July 21, 2026 2:49 PM The countdown to the high school football season is on, with July 22 marking 29 days until the season kicks off. Vestavia Hills will play on the first day of AHSAA competition, as the Rebels will take on Parker on Aug. 20. As kickoff approaches over the coming weeks, Vestavia Voice and Under the Lights will be counting down the days until the season begins. Senior defensive lineman Paxton Ussery is looking forward to a big senior season, after his campaign was cut short last fall. Ussery returns to Vestavia Hills High School's defensive...