The Alabama high school soccer scene is gearing up for its next marquee event, the 2026 North‑South All‑Star Game, which will bring together the state’s most promising senior talent.
Spotlight on Shelby County Talent
Five athletes from Shelby County have earned spots on the North All‑Stars roster, highlighting a season of standout performances across the region.
Alex Casillas served as the goalkeeper for Thompson, guiding the Class 7A, Area 5 champions to twelve clean sheets and conceding only twenty goals in twenty‑three matches.
Andrew Kunard played a pivotal role for Briarwood Christian, contributing to a Class 6A state championship campaign that earned him All‑State Second Team and All‑Metro Honorable Mention honors.
Daniel Teixeira was a dual‑threat for Chelsea, recording eight goals and two assists while also tallying twenty‑eight tackles and twenty‑three interceptions.
Warren Palacios broke out for Pelham with eight goals and seven assists in twenty‑three appearances, while Adam Vars added twenty‑seven clearances and two goals, helping Indian Springs to eight clean sheets.
The North All‑Stars will be directed by coaches Cesar Ndong of Coosa Christian, Zach Ross from Guntersville, and Ron Oakley of Athens, each bringing a reputation for developing top prospects.
Scheduled for July as part of the AHSAA’s summer conference, the showcase will take place at the Emory Folmar YMCA Complex in Montgomery, a venue that has previously hosted the event and continues to provide a premier setting for emerging talent.
Beyond individual exposure, the game offers rising seniors a chance to test their abilities against the best across all classifications, creating a direct pathway to college recruitment.