The Semaj Wilkins story allowed those closest to Wilkins to tell in their own words how his death impacted them, gave his mother a platform to honor her son, and investigated the issue of sudden cardiac death among athletes.
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - WTVY News4 received a prestigious ABBY award from the Alabama Broadcasters Association for the station’s documentary profiling the death of a 14-year-old New Brockton football player.
The Semaj Wilkins story allowed those closest to Wilkins to tell in their own words how his death impacted them, gave his mother a platform to honor her son, and investigated the issue of sudden cardiac death among athletes. WTVY anchor Beyla Walker displayed the ABBY award for Best Documentary on April 11, 2026. Pictured is WTVY News Director Ken Curtis, Vice-President and General Manager Valerie Russell-Clausell, Walker, and WTVY Creative Services Director Caleb Bannin.“Our goal was to make sure his story was told,” said News4 anchor Beyla Walker, who produced the 30-minute documentary. “We pursued this as we do everything in our lives—with intention and purpose.” “The Semaj Wilkins Story” aired in August, marking the first anniversary of his tragic death, interviewing family, school officials, and medical professionals.Besides Walker, WTVY Creative Director Caleb Bannin and creative team member Colby Smith were honored for their video and editing work on the documentary. “We take pride in our wonderful employees who do magnificent jobs day in and day out, but this award was special because The Semaj Wilkins Story took a hard look at the impact of Wilkins’ death and shined a light on athlete dangers,” said WTVY vice president and general manager Valerie Russell Clausell.Download the WTVY News4 app to get alerts and stories the moment they are published. Available for FREE in theHOA bookkeeper accused of stealing thousands of dollars for plastic surgery and lavish trips, authorities sayWoman accused of giving baby meth-contaminated formula
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