Prattville High School Lions Eye State Prominence in 2026
The Lions are preparing for a breakout season, blending returning talent with emerging stars as they aim to dominate Alabama football rankings.
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The Lions are preparing for a breakout season, blending returning talent with emerging stars as they aim to dominate Alabama football rankings.

Alabama AG Steve Marshall has issued a letter to the Freedom From Religion Foundation, asserting that Auburn University baseball players and staff retain constitutional rights to voluntary religious expression.
The poll highlights six rising seniors, including Deshawn Hall, Elijah Tarver, Gunner Gibbs, Braden Gordon, KB Simmons and Land Sharpless, each recognized for their 2025 performances and future potential.

This weekend, Montgomery will host a basketball tournament that combines athletic competition with free HIV testing and public health outreach.
The best‑of‑three finals at Charles Schwab Field pit Oklahoma against North Carolina, with Game 1 scheduled for Saturday at 2 p.m. ESPN will broadcast the series.

Five‑star prospect Monshun Sales visited Ohio State, putting the Buckeyes in a strong position amid a competitive recruitment landscape.

A look back at Virginia’s record‑breaking 2025 football season, its viral moments, key players, and the coaching changes that defined the year.
The 2026 Montgomery All-Area Baseball Team honors the region’s top performers, highlighting Brue Milner’s Player of the Year award and Coach Brad Parker’s comeback.
Ole Miss and Troy meet on June 14 in Omaha, Nebraska, after both fell in their opening CWS games. The contest will test Troy’s historic run under first‑year coach Skylar Meade.

Anthony Winchester, a Sun Belt Player of the Year and former professional guard, has been hired to bolster Troy’s basketball program, bringing recent Elite Eight experience and a commitment to local outreach.
After a dominant 2025 stretch that included five straight wins, Carver-Montgomery’s football program faces a rebuilding year in 2026, with departing stars and a promising spring roster shaping the outlook for the newly formed Class 6A season.

Montgomery, Alabama will field a new arena football team called the Montgomery Catfish, set to debut in the American Arena League in April 2027. The franchise’s name reflects local resilience, and tryouts are scheduled for late 2026.

Thousands of supporters filled Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Alabama, to watch an Argentina versus Iceland international match, featuring soccer star Lionel Messi and highlighted by local referee administrator TJ Smith.

On June 27, 2026, a 2‑on‑2 basketball tournament at the Wilson YMCA will blend sport with health education, featuring interviews with Action 8’s Estee Morrison, Steven Garrett and Jessie Yates.

The 2026 Division II baseball championships will culminate in Cary, North Carolina, featuring 56 teams and a rich history of title winners, highlighted by Tampa's record ten championships.
The Montgomery Advertiser announces its 2026 girls high school soccer all‑area selections, highlighting top performers and Coach of the Year Maddie Holley.
Voting opens May 31 and closes June 4, with the winner to be announced on June 5.
The Crimson Tide’s baseball program has locked in a spot in the Tuscaloosa regional for the 2026 NCAA Tournament, a milestone that sets the stage for a high‑stakes postseason run.
The Ragin' Cajuns have secured a spot in the Sun Belt Conference Championship after beating Texas State twice, setting up a showdown with Southern Mississippi. Coach Matt Deggs emphasizes passion and belief, while the bullpen remains a concern. The championship game will be streamed live on ESPN+ from Dabos Field in Montgomery, Alabama, under a cloudy sky with a chance of thunderstorms and a high near 78 degrees.

The 30th annual North‑South All‑Star softball and baseball competition rosters have been released, highlighting participants from across Alabama and tying into a week of statewide all‑star events.
The Alabama High School Athletic Directors & Coaches Association has revealed the 2026 all-star baseball squads, setting the stage for a July showcase in Montgomery that will spotlight the state's top rising seniors.

The 2026 NCAA Division I baseball tournament will feature 29 automatic qualifiers across a series of conference tournaments running from May 9 to May 24, culminating in a May 25 selection show on ESPN2.

A late rally wasn’t enough as South Alabama’s season concluded with an 11-10 loss to Troy in Montgomery.

The Alabama High School Athletic Association has revealed participants for its 30th annual North‑South All‑Star spring sports competition, set for July 20‑24 in Montgomery, with additional all‑star events and a December football finale.