High School Football Previews: Tallassee
The Tallassee Tigers are looking to improve off of their 1-9 record from a year ago, and also begin a new era in the program as they welcome their new head coach Lawrence O'Neal.
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High School Football Preview: Prattville High School
Prattville football head coach JB Wallace will get his first season with seniors he's coached since they were freshman
High School Football Preview: Billingsley
Billinglsey football has struggled, but coach Lanny Jones thinks they are finally strong enough to turn things around. The Bears' 7-on-7 results agree
High School Football Previews: Pike Road
Last year in head coach Granger Shook's first year with the Patriots, he led them to an 11-3 season and a trip to the semi finals of the playoffs. This season, Shook and the Patriots look to build off of last season's success.
High School Football Preview: Park Crossing
Last seasons the Park Crossing Thunderbirds finished up the season with a 3-7 record, and this year first year head coach Charles Biggers looks to get the program back to it's winning history.
High School Football Preview: Percy Julian
The Percy Julian Phoenix look to build off of their 5-5 season from a year ago and welcome their new head coach Kenneth White.
High School Football Previews: Carver
The Carver Wolverines welcome their new Head Coach Bobby Carr and they look to build off of their 7-4 season from a year ago. Carver also going through another big change this year as they've now merged with Lanier High School.
JAG flag football takes on first season behind Jordan Graves
Coming this fall, JAG flag football is kicking off its first-ever season. This means there's a lot to learn for some players — but not everyone. JAG flag football quarterback Jordan Graves played tackle football with the boys in middle school.
Trinity names Kensley Simmons as their new Girls Varsity Soccer coach
Kensley Simmons will take over the Trinity Girls Soccer program as their next head coach.
Catholic in search of a State Championship this Flag Football Season
After finishing runner-up just a year ago, the Catholic Knight's Flag Football Team is in search of getting that final win at the end of the season.
Percy Julian gears up for their first Flag Football Season
The Percy Julian Phoenix prepare to take the field for the first time this flag football season.
Alabama Christian Academy Anglers named Alabama Bass Nation Anglers of the Year
Alabama Christian Academy Anglers Hayes Boyd and Ethen Gardner named Alabama Bass Nation Anglers of the Year.
Youth-N-Action leads Montgomery kids to buckets and ACT boosts
Founded by Pierre Mays in 2016, Youth in Action has helped 300 kids. ACT scores are improving. And they're winning in AAU basketball too
Marcus Mickles named the next Boy's Basketball Coach at Pike Road
Former Andalusia High School Boy's Basketball Coach Marcus Mickles has been named the next Boy's Basketball Coach at Pike Road.
Derrick Ansley hosts second annual football camp
The Tallassee community came together to enjoy the former Tallassee standout and current Packers passing game coordinator's free camp
Lachavious Simmons hosts free football camp in Selma
Current Tennessee Titans offensive tackle Lachavious Simmons grew up in Selma. Now he's achieving a childhood dream in his hometown
Katie Brightwell Reflects on Record-Setting Soccer Career
Saint James State Champion and AHSAA Player of the Year Katie Brightwell discusses her success, before her next step at Lipscomb University
Cities of Auburn-Opelika and Tuscaloosa to no longer host Super 7 Championships
The move comes after the College Football Playoff expanded to 12 teams and could require both schools to host playoff games in the future, which would conflict with the football championships.Â
AHSAA names Oxford Principal Heath Harmon as its next Executive Director
The Alabama High School Athletic Association names Oxford Principal Heath Harmon as its 6th Executive Director.
Legacy Golf Championship to Leave First Mark
The Legacy Golf Championship blends history and exposure, as the inaugural Montgomery golf tournaments offers up bids to the Steph Curry Underrated Tour
Alabama Public Television & the NFHS Network agree to a five-year extension with the AHSAA
The AHSAA, Alabama Public Television, and the NFHS Network agree to extend their partnership through the 2028-29 school year. The AHSAA Super 7, Girls Flag Football Championship, and Girls & Boys Basketball Championships will be able to be viewed on APT.
St. James School names Mark Hall as the new Head Boy's Basketball Coach
St. James School names Mark Hall their next Head Boy's Basketball Coach. Hall has served on the athletics staff at St. James since 2017.
Referee shortage in rural Alabama high schools
AHSAA told Action 8 News that, while bigger city schools don't have a shortage, more rural schools are having a harder time finding and keeping referees for their sports games.
AHSAA announces realignments for the 2024-25 school year
The AHSAA announces realignments for spring sports for the 2024-25 school year.
Trinity Presbyterian School names Chad Mansmann their next head baseball coach
Trinity Presbyterian School names Chad Mansmann their next head baseball coach. “We are excited that Chad Mansmann will be the next Head Coach of the Trinity baseball program. He is a Christ-like leader who excels at building strong relationships with…
The St. James Trojans win the 1A-3A AHSAA Girl's Soccer Title
The St. James Girl's Soccer team won the 1A-3A AHSAA Girl's Soccer Title which was the first girl's state soccer title for the Trojans.
Aaron Reese Powers Past Disability on the Diamond
Carver freshman Aaron Reese was born with only one fully functioning arm. But he's not letting that stop him from pursuing his dream of college baseball
Abby Baker, Ann Cobb Sign to Play College Athletics
Two Montgomery Catholic seniors have signed on to play college athletics. Abby Baker will cheerlead at Huntingdon college, while Ann Cobb will run track at Mississippi College.
Mack Wilson Hosts Third Annual Celebrity Charity Game
Former Carver and Alabama linebacker Mack Wilson looked to inspire Montgomery kids, as he brought Terrell Owens and other NFL friends to town for a basketball game
Pike Road's Jackson Fuller signs to Huntingdon College
Pike Road's Jackson Fuller makes his commitment to play baseball at Huntingdon College next year.
2024 Joe Sewell Memorial Award Winners announced
The 2024 Joe Sewell Award recipient's announced Tuesday Night at the Wetumpka Civic Center.
Two Montgomery Academy Student-Athletes named the 2024 Jimmy Hitchcock Award Winners
Montgomery Academy seniors Isabella Johnson and Will Hardin both named the 2024 Jimmy Hitchcock Award Winners.
Lowndes Academy wins AISA Class A Baseball State Championship
The Lowndes Academy Rebels defeated Wilcox Academy in a best of three series to claim the AISA Class A Baseball State Title.
Four LAMP Student-Athletes bring home Tennis Individual Titles
Hannah Baik, Dabeen Choi, Ian Kim, and Wonjun Lee all brought home individual state titles for the Golden Tigers.
Several St. James Trojans bring home State Tennis Titles
After placing runner-up as a team, several members of the St. James Girl's Tennis Team brought home Individual State Titles.
Three Park Crossing Students sign to play college athletics
Park Crossing's Tyler Pettway, Jayden Butler, and Jaiden Cleveland all signed to continue their athletic career at the collegiate level.
Pike Road names Jonathan Chandler their next Offensive Coordinator
The Pike Road Patriots name Jonathan Chandler their next offensive Coordinator.
Montgomery Academy tennis players bring home 7A state titles
Gabby Barrera and Mae Mae Voltz both bring home 7A tennis titles for the Eagles.
Bullock County's Trevone Palmer signs to Southern Union State Community College
Bullock County's Trevone Palmer signs to Southern Union State Community College to play basketball.
Reeltown's JaMarkius Smith makes a name for himself on the baseball field
Reeltown freshman JaMarkius Smith has been making a name for himself this baseball season with his pitches reaching 96 miles an hour.
Montgomery Academy's Isabella Johnson signs to Elon for Track and Field
Montgomery Academy three sport athlete Isabella Johnson signs to Elon University for Track and Field.
Eleven Central Alabama Student-Athletes earn Awards at the 39th annual Bryant-Jordan Scholarship Banquet
At the 39th annual Bryant-Jordan Scholarship Banquet eleven Central Alabama student-athletes earned awards.
Saint James names Larry Ware as their new Athletic Director
The Saint James School announces that Larry Ware will take over as Athletic Director effective May 1st, 2024.
2024 Joe Sewell Award Finalists announced
The Board of Directors of the Joe Sewell Memorial Award and John Sewell Memorial Scholarship have released the names of its 2024 Senior Finalists. The winners will be announced on Tuesday May 7th at the Joe Sewell Memorial Award Banquet.
AHSAA Central Board of Control Meeting approves several changes for the upcoming sports seasons
At the ASHAA Central Board of Control Meeting several changes were approved in many sports.
AHSAA Executive Director Alvin Briggs announces his plans to retire effective September 2nd
AHSAA Executive Director Alvin Briggs announced at the Central Board of Control Meeting his plans to retire effective September 2nd.
Trinity's Ken Whittle captures his 800th win with the Wildcats
During 44 seasons with the Wildcats, Trinity Head Baseball Coach Ken Whittle captures his 800th career win.
Saint James School names Aubrey Blackwell as their next Head Football Coach
Saint James School names Aubrey Blackwell their next head football coach. Blackwell comes to Saint James with 20 years of coaching experience.
The AHSAA approves 2024-25 & 2025-26 Classification Alignments for Winter Sports
The AHSAA approved the winter sports alignments for 2024-25 and 2025-26 school years.
Georgiana Throws Parade to Celebrate State Championship
The Georgiana boys basketball team won the 1A state championship-- the first state championship in the town's history
The 2024 Bryant-Jordan Program Regional Scholar-Athlete and Achievement winners announced
The Bryant-Jordan Student-Athlete Program, which is now in its 37th year, has announced its 2024 regional winners.
Trinity claims their second straight 3A State Title with a win over Plainview
The Trinity Lady Wildcats took down Plainview 48-40 to claim their second straight 3A State Title.
Georgiana defeats Covenant Christian for the 1A Boys State Championship
The Georgiana Panthers defeat Covenant Christian 55-44 in overtime to bring home the AHSAA 1A Boys State Title.
Saint James Head Football Coach Neal Posey steps down
Saint James School said an immediate search for its new head football coach is underway.
Local teams claim AISA State Titles
The Lowndes Academy Lady Rebels and both the Edgewood Academy Boys and Girls Basketball Teams claimed state titles at the AISA Basketball State Tournament.
Caleb McCreary Signs to Troy alongside Three Knights Signing
Four Montgomery Catholic seniors signed their national letters of intent to play college football at the Knights' gym during National Signing Day on Wednesday. Headlining the class, quarterback Caleb McCreary will play D-1 football at Troy University.
Trinity's Webber McClinton Signs to South Alabama Football
Trinity Presbyterian football player Webber McClinton will be playing for South Alabama come next fall.
Two Park Crossing Thunderbirds make college commitments
Park Crossing football players Solomon Beebe and Zareion Johnson make decisions on their future on National Signing Day.
Three local football players earn ASWA recognition
K.J. Jackson (St. James), Clayton Hussey (Lowndes Academy), and Joseph Phillips (BTW-Tuskegee) all earned awards at the Alabama Sportswriters Association's Annual Mr. Football Luncheon on Tuesday.
Elmore County Student signs to Faulkner for fishing
Elmore County Senior Matthew Bennett signs to Faulkner University for fishing.
Cory is named Holtville's new Head Football Coach
Prattville High School Alum and former Pike Road Defensive Coordinator, Cory Lee, has been named the next Head Football Coach and Athletic Director of the Holtville Bulldogs.
Hall-of-Fame Carver Girl's Basketball Coach Yvonne Michelle Simmons passes away at 70
Former Carver High School Girl's Basketball Coach and Alabama Sports Hall of Famer, Yvonne Michelle Simmons passes away at the age of 70.
Montgomery Catholic Men's Varsity Wrestling Team claims their first Region 2 1-4A Championship
The Catholic Knights claim their first 2 1-4A Region Championship.
AHSAA announces new high school classifications
The Alabama High School Athletic Association has announced updates to school classifications for high school athletics.
South All-Star Team defeats North All-Star Team 31-28
In the 65th edition of the AHSAA North-South All-Star Football game, the South All-Stars defeated the North All-Stars 31-28.
HOF Coach Bill Burgess passes at 82
Alabama High School Sports Hall of Fame Coach, Bill Burgess, passed away Wednesday Morning at the age of 82. Burgess' passing was confirmed by his son, radio personality, Rick Burgess.
Reeltown falls to Fyffe in the 2A State Championship
The undefeated Reeltown Rebels come up short against the Fyffe Red Devils in the AHSAA 2A State Championship Game.
Catholic shuts out Cherokee County to win 4A State Football Championship
Montgomery's Catholic High School has won the Class 4A football state championship at Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa, after shutting out Cherokee County 35-0 today.
Catholic falls to Wenonah in the State Title Game
In the first year of Flag Football in the AHSAA, the Catholic Knights fell to Wenonah in the State Championship Game.
LACEUP: AHSAA high school football semifinal playoff results and Super 7 pairings
Here are the results from the AHSAA high school football playoff semifinals and the pairings for the Super 7 state championship games.
AHSAA high school football playoff semifinal pairings announced
Here are the pairings for the AHSAA high school playoff semifinals.
LACEUP: Third Round high school football playoff results
Here are the third round AHSAA high school football playoff scores and highlights.
High School Football Playoffs: AHSAA announces third round pairings
Here are the pairings for the AHSAA high school football playoff quarterfinals.
Lowndes Academy wins third straight State Championship
The Lowndes Academy Rebels defeated Wilcox Academy to claim their third straight State Title.
LACEUP: Second Round high school football playoff results
Here are the second round AHSAA high school football playoff scores and highlights.
LACEUP: Week Eleven Highlights and Scores
A look back at the action from Week Eleven of High School Football
Pike Road's Cody Markham signs to Troy
Pike Road's Cody Markham, signs to Troy University to play baseball.
Jamea McQueen signs to Alabama State for Softball
Jamea McQueen of Percy Julian High School signs to Alabama State for Softball.
Montgomery Academy's 5A State Championship volleyball team talks about their outstanding season
The MA Eagles recently brought home the 5A Volleyball State Championship, but the accolades don't stop there as several members of the team earned individual honors, including Head Coach Julie Gordon.
Four Edgewood Academy Students sign on National Letter of Intent Day
Four Edgewood Academy Students sign to various schools on National Letter of Intent Day.
St. James had three athletes sign on National Letter of Intent Day
Three student-athletes from St. James School sign to continue their athletic careers at the collegiate level.
Field set for AHSAA high school football playoffs
A total of 208 high school football teams earned berths in the AHSAA 58th annual State Football Playoffs.
LACEUP: Week Ten high school football highlights and scores
Here are your Week Ten high school football highlights from Central Alabama and complete scores from throughout the state.
LACEUP: Week Eight high school football highlights and scores
Here are your Week Eight high school football highlights from Central Alabama and complete scores from throughout the state.
LACEUP: Week Seven high school football highlights and scores
Here are your Week Seven high school football highlights from Central Alabama and complete scores from throughout the state.
JAG names a new Athletic Director & Girl's Basketball Coach
Montgomery Public School named Carolyn Wright the new Athletic Director & Girl's Basketball Coach at JAG High School.
All-Star football team, staff announced for 37th Alabama-Mississippi All-Star Football Classic
The Alabama All-Star high school football team for the 37th annual Alabama-Mississippi All-Star Classic football game has been announced.
LACEUP: Week Six high school football highlights and scores
Here are your Week Six high school football highlights from Central Alabama and complete scores from throughout the state.
Football operations suspended at Pike County High School following in-game fight
Football operations at Pike County High School in Brundidge have been suspended following a fight during Friday night's game.
LACEUP: Week Five high school football highlights and scores
Here are your Week Five high school football highlights from Central Alabama and complete scores from throughout the state.
LACEUP: Week Four high school football highlights and scores
Here are your Week Four high school football highlights from Central Alabama and complete scores from throughout the state.
LACEUP: Week Three high school football highlights and scores
Here are your Week Three high school football highlights from Central Alabama and complete scores from throughout the state.
High School Football Players of the Week
Montgomery Academy Quarterback Parker Cook and Wide Receiver DJ Vinson both with stellar performances against Bullock County in Week 2.
LACEUP: Week Two high school football highlights and scores
Here are your Week Two high school football highlights from Central Alabama and complete scores from throughout the state.
LACEUP: Week One high school football highlights and scores
Here are your Week One high school football highlights from Central Alabama and complete scores from throughout the state.
LACEUP: Week Zero high school football highlights and scores
Here are your Week Zero high school football highlights from Central Alabama and complete scores from throughout the state.
High School Football Preview: Montgomery Academy & Trinity
A closer look at both Montgomery Academy & Trinity ahead of the 2023 football season
High School Football Preview: Prattville Christian & Stanhope-Elmore
A closer look at Prattville Christian & Stanhope-Elmore ahead of the 2023 season.
High School Football Preview: Tallassee & Prattville
A closer look at Tallassee & Prattville ahead of the 2023 football season.
High School Football Previews: Valiant Cross
A closer look at Valiant Cross ahead of the 2023 football season.
