With a blended family of nine, country star Sara Evans and her sports radio host husband Jay Barker know a thing or two about keeping the peace. After the NFL didnt pan out, he played in theCanadian Football League and the short-lived XFL. The Trussville, Alabama native is best known for his college football quarterback career under head coach Gene Stallings. "It means everything; everyone always talks about you want to rep the front of your chest and the front of my chest is now the state of Alabama. 0:20; Bama's Barker spreads credit for win over Aggies. Relationships are vital to Barker, which is why she shared the championship moment with twin brother Harrison, who was Spain Park's starting quarterback and an ASWA All-State player. The country music star is also the mother of three children: two daughters and one son. There are no statistics available for this player. That team would go to the state championship before losing to crosstown-rival Hoover in overtime of the title game. She is one of six newcomers for a Crimson Tide program that returns all five starters. YouTubes privacy policy is available here and YouTubes terms of service is available here. But over the last four years, its become evident she is trying to make sure people know her own name for the legacy she is creating. The publication reported that Jay attempted to hit Sara with a car on Jan. 15, 2022, in Nashville. Ive found all Ive waited for, yeah I was like a short order cook! After Taylor left Georgia for Texas A&M it left Barker with a choice: Follow her coach, or come back to Alabama and continue a family legacy. May 2022 - Present1 year. Sarah Ashlee Barker (@SarahAshlee10) March 23, 2022 Barker may not be the only Bulldogs to enter the transfer portal, as all of the players on the roster were recruited by Taylor and her staff. Barker averaged 23.2 points, 9.9 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 1.9 steals per game, contributing a double-double with 11 points and 15 rebounds in Spain Park's 47-44 win over Hoover High in the state final. A post shared by Avery Schelske-Barker (@averysbarker), A post shared by Jay Barker (@7jaybarker), A post shared by Sarah Ashlee Barker (@sarahashlee7), Lying here with you A post shared by Sara Evans (@saraevansmusic). He always pulled me aside and told me I was going to be okay, and that I was where I should be less than a year off of two knee surgeries.. Why is this happening to me when I should be on the basketball court with my varsity teammates? she wondered. The country star and her husband share the secrets to making their blended family work. Its a whole different feeling when your team has your back like that., Relationships are vital to Barker, which is why she shared the championship moment with twin brother Harrison, who was Spain Park's starting quarterback and an ASWA All-State player. And every prayer has been answered Thats when we really got close, she says. And every prayer has been answered Craig is the father of all three of Sara's children, and the couple remained together until 2007 when things began to go sour in their relationship. See Photos. 0:16; Sarah Ashlee Barker drains 3-pointer vs. LSU Tigers. In two matchups with Alabama this season, Barker was held to just two points in the first game, and she did not score in the Crimson Tide's upset win in the SEC Tournament. The dynamic guard averaged just under eight points per game in her sophomore season, adding four rebounds a game. Log In. 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All rights reserved (About Us). Sarah Ashlee Barker shows off vision with nice dish vs. Auburn Tigers. And these are the moments Ill remember all my life I know heaven must exist The official report says, "The victim stated that when the party was coming to an end, she got in the passenger seat of a vehicle and had one of the witnesses drive her across the street. The daughter of former Alabama quarterback Jay Barker and brother of football staff member Braxton Barker, she earned Miss Alabama Basketball honors in her senior season at Spain Park in Hoover. The daughter of former Alabama quarterback Jay Barker and brother of. He actually saw me at a boys basketball practice, Barker says. The daughter of Alabama football legend Jay Barker, Sarah Ashlee announced last week that she was entering the transfer portal after coach Joni Taylor, who recruited Barker, left Georgia and took the Texas A&M head coaching spot. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. "They mean that after all the hard work and sweat and heart I put into the game that I'm being recognized for that," Barker said. Sarah Evans Barker. With her confidence slowly coming back, Barker started clicking at the end of her freshman basketball season, just as shed hit the one-year mark since her second major knee surgery. "He told me I was going to lead this team to win a state championship and go out a state champion," Barker recalled. I wouldnt want it any other way because they stepped up for me. Those attributes truly make her special as a competitor and a teammate. She forced past a throng of well-wishers, gliding among the crowd as easily as she sliced through defenders on the way to a basket. "Just had such a great relationship with her out of high school," Curry said. After spending two years at Georgia, Sarah Ashlee Barker is back home in Alabama and getting ready to start her junior season with Alabama women's basketball. New Number. Barker ended the season averaging 14 points, 9.1 rebounds, 3.1 assists, 1.9 steals and 1.3 blocks per game, earning her All-County and All-State honors. Children tend to have mild illness and hospitalization is often not required. Published 4:01 pm Wednesday, February 27, 2019, Sarah Ashlee Barker has been named the Shelby County Female Athlete of the Year after leading Spain Park's girls basketball team to the 2019-20 Class 7A State Championship. More than I thought it would be. We always played against each other and represented Birmingham and the state of Alabama and I think it just shows people why not come play for the state of Alabama, why not come and represent your state.". Starting in December and January, less than two years off of her two major knee surgeries, Barker was picking up offers from SEC schools to play basketball collegiately on a full ride. Barker was the AL.com girls Player of the Year and the Birmingham Region Player of the Year and a three-time ASWA all-state selection and was named the 2019 Class 7A Player of the Year. It appears that musical talent is a family hallmark, as both Olivia and Audrey are also pursuing work in the music industry. "He's truly my best friend," said Barker, who was today named the Alabama Sports Writers Association Miss Basketball. Sarah Ashlee Barker drains 3-pointer vs. LSU Tigers. 9,195 Followers, 1,005 Following, 49 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Sarah Ashlee Barker (@sarahashlee7) Her and the whole staff made me feel like family.". "Alabama football will always have a special place in my heart, but it's time to do what's best for me," Barker said . Sometimes helping your team doesnt have to be on the court, just cheering them and telling them they can do it. Not many people get to continue playing the sport at that level after having the injuries Ive had, so I just count my blessings.. (File). The Assessment Center remains a drive-up service and is open 7 days per week. The Crimson Tide were surprised that Barker entered the portal but didn't waste any time in contacting her. That is only one of Barker's four children, however.. Daughter of Jay Barker and Amy Barker Best Has three brothers Andrew, Braxton and Harrison Her brother Braxton is an offensive graduate assistant at Alabama, while her other brother Harrison is a sophomore quarterback at UAB Majoring in health and physical education There is no related content available. "Dont take things for granted because they can be taken away from you in an instant and that's how I live my life," Barker said. No, yeah He is the father of four children from his previous marriage to Amy DiGiovanna (Andrew, 22, Braxton, 21, and twins Sarah Ashlee and Harrison, 20). Related Headlines Related Press Clips Baker was 1 of 8 from the field with four first half points in what she called " probably the worst half Ive played in my career.". Ive found all Ive waited for He ended his high school career with a playoff loss to his dads alma mater, Hewitt-Trussville. It was an easy 30-minute surgery compared to cutting out the bone in my leg, which would have been a four-hour surgery. I was like, Why is the head varsity coach coming to introduce himself to me? Thats when Barker got her first chance as Chase was working with some Berry sixth-graders on fundamentals after school and got to know her. Initial assessments will be done virtually or by phone followed by in-person examinations when required. No, I could not ask for more Playing up with varsity that summer and learning from him gave me confidence. Chase says he was really looking to bring her up to play full-time varsity as an eighth grader at Berry, but thats when misfortune arrived. However, we recognize the importance of families making the ultimate decision on school attendance based on their own comfort level and family situation. The two girls were given their first big break when they appeared on their mother's 2017 studio album "Words.". "The knee surgery probably made me the player I am today without a doubt.". So who is the man who swept Sara off of her feet over a decade ago? All rights reserved. Upon marrying Jay, Sara also became the stepmother of Andrew Barker, 23, Braxton Barker, 22, Sarah Ashlee Barker, 21, and Harrison Barker, 21. Played in 31 games, making 28 starts in her inaugural season with the Crimson Tide, Averaged 6.9 points, 2.3 assists and 4.8 rebounds per game on the season, Had a season-high 16 points to go along with 5 rebounds, 3 assists, 2 steals and a block against Ole Miss (1/15), Recorded a double-double against Texas A&M (1/19) grabbing 10 rebounds and 11 points to go along with 3 assists and 3 steals, Tallied a career-high 12 rebounds in the Tides win over Southeastern Louisiana (12/20), Recorded a combined 9 games in either double-digit scoring (7) or double-digit rebounds (2), Hit 3-of-6 from three-pointrange in last two regular season games, All nineof her points at Arkansas (2/24) came in the second half on 4-of-7 from the field, Down 75-72, she knocked down a long 3-pointer at the buzzer to send the game into overtime against No. Spain Park's Sarah Ashlee Barker (right) hugs Avery Masdon after the victory as Hoover's Madison Adamson reacts in the background after the AHSAA Class 7A championship game at Legacy Arena in . Log in or sign up for Facebook to connect with friends, family and people you know. It didnt matter what play you ran or even if you ran a play. Sarah Ashlee Barker drains 3-pointer vs. LSU Tigers. (Orillia, ON) Orillia Soldiers Memorial Hospital (OSMH) is hosting an In-Person Hiring Day for current and Couchiching Ontario Health Team Care Clinic. The duo is ready to show what Alabama is capable of after an NCAA tournament appearance in 2021 and a deep WNIT run in 2022. Sara Evans is well-known as a country music star, but who is she outside of the spotlight? This is my locker, my bed, my cubbie. It didnt help that she was competing against varsity level players that were at least two years her senior either, but Chase continued to work her and get her back into basketball shape. I'm blessed that I get to represent my school and get these honors for the entire community of Spain Park.". Craig vehemently denied all of the rather serious allegations levied against him, but the verdict was already set in stone. Buy newspaper front pages, posters and more. Just having a brother who's there for you all the time, even when we were fighting like you do sometimes, he always said 'I love you and will always support you.'. It is important for each kid to know they belong in this family, says the singer. Sara Evans has three children from her previous marriage to Craig Schelske (Avery Jack, 22, Olivia Margaret, 18, and Audrey Elizabeth, 17). Barker spent her entire seventh-grade year on the middle school team, showing the talent she was capable of producing with her focus on basketball. She used that to transition into her sophomore year, which is when she took off.. Barker picked Georgia out of high school over Alabama because she felt a better connection with then-coach Jodi Taylor and wanted to try and carve out her own path. Meet Sara Evans' husband Jay Barker! "I love being home and I love being here," Barker said. Sarah Ashlee Barker was deemed 2019-20 Gatorade Alabama Girls Basketball Player of the Year coming out of Spain Park High, but she chose to head to Athens to begin her college career. (Orillia, ON) After nearly 110,000 tests, and close to 24,000 vaccinations, the Couchiching OHT (Ontario Health Orillia Soldiers Memorial Hospital welcomes healthcare investment in provincial budget. The Emergency Department at OSMH remains safe and available for children who are unwell. She is the second guard to transfer to Alabama for the 2022-23 season, joining Loyal McQueen from Georgia Tech. Avery seems to have quite an interest in music, but in 2018 he decided to leave home in Birmingham, Ala., and attempt to make his own way as a musician. Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window), Regions Tradition set for another big week May 10-14 at Greystone, Chelsea High School inducts latest Hall of Fame class, Briarwood girls pick up dominant shutout in first round, Indian Springs girls advance to round two, boys fall by one. With the help of Chase, her family and friends, Barker officially made the decision to commit to the University of Georgia when she visited the school in early October right after walking through the door of the basketball facility. "That's very, very rare in the girls game.". Another crucible came in this season's Class 7A championship game against Hoover. Despite seemingly attempting to strike Sara with his vehicle, Jay has been released on a $10,000 bond and is set to appear in court in March 2022. All Rights Reserved. It is important for children attending school or daycare who display any symptoms be tested/swabbed for COVID-19 for the purpose of early detection, prevention and control of outbreaks. According to Scoop Nashville, Sara actually filed for divorce from Jay in August 2021, citing "irreconcilable differences and inappropriate marital conduct.". She scored 35 of Spain Park's 61 points. As announced by the Ministry of Education, schools across Simcoe Muskoka will reopen to students on September 8. "At the end of it we respected her decision and moved forward and she moved forward but I think it was a simple decision because we knew the character we knew the work ethic and we're just excited she's back home.". It just kind of all hit me that I was about to walk off that court for the last time in my high school career. I didnt really know that it was going to be that hard trying to get back into things, she says. So we took that chance., Two months later, she learned the surgery was unsuccessful and had to go back under for a second surgery in February 2016, this time for the major four-hour operation. On Monday, Barker's daughter, Sarah Ashlee, committed to Georgia to play basketball. The first time I met (Georgia) coach Joni Taylor she impressed me. The coach sat me down in his office and asked me the question, Do you have an offer? I said, No sir. He said, I would like to be your first. I immediately got teary eyed, and my head was spinning, knowing that I had come so far in a year that this was a moment I would never forget.. There is also a Letter to Parents from the Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Gardner. Heis currently an analyst for ESPN Radio, and formerly an on-air personality for WJOX in Birmingham. "That's who I wanted to hug at that moment, my best friend. Barker, the daughter of former Alabama quarterback Jay Barker, spent her first two seasons with the Georgia Bulldogs, but she decided it was time to 'come home.'. It just really works.. I would go in and out of having bad games and good games my freshman year, which was frustrating just because I knew what I was capable of doing, but my body wasnt up to speed with my mind, she says. 2023 Advance Local Media LLC. "But honestly, all these honors to me are a team award even though it's an individual award. Alabama's season just came to a close on Sunday with a loss at South Dakota State in the Quarterfinals of the WNIT, and the Crimson Tide has quickly begun to reload with the addition of Barker. When you visit this site, it may store or retrieve information on your browser, mostly in the form of cookies. Invictus Games 2025. Evans and her children, Avery Jack, Olivia Margaret and Audrey Elizabeth, moved to the Birmingham suburbs with Barker and his children, Andrew, Braxton and twins Sarah Ashlee and Harrison. We are so proud and excited to welcome Sarah Ashlee Barker home to Alabama, Tide coach Kristy Curry said in a release. Article continues below advertisement Others know her as the twin to brother Harrison Barker, who is a quarterback on the Jaguars football team. In the beginning, we were so concerned about the adjustments the kids were going through, we wanted it to be all fun and games, Evans admits. "I've been coaching in Birmingham for 22 years and there have been a lot of good players," Chase said, "but she is the best player I've ever coached and she's the best player I've ever seen play.". 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Spain Park couldn't find a rhythm against a feisty Vestavia Hills squad in the Class 7A Northwest Regional final in Hanceville and the Rebels led the Jags 22-19 at the half.

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