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The Montgomery Advertiser previews Week 3 matchups, highlighting Prattville’s expected 40‑plus points against Hoover, Wetumpka’s offensive surge, and Marbury’s quest for a perfect start against winless Tallassee.
The 2026 Alabama high school football season begins on August 20, featuring a top 25 ranking released by the USA TODAY Network and culminating in championship games in Mobile and Montgomery.
Predictions for the opening week of Montgomery-area high school football spotlight defensive battles, talent advantages and the role of local media in shaping expectations.
The latest USA TODAY Network Alabama high school football rankings place Clay Chalkville at No. 1 after an unbeaten 2025 campaign, while Thompson, Saraland and other contenders prepare for early-season showdowns.
The Montgomery Advertiser’s Week 0 preview outlines four pivotal high school football games in the Montgomery area, highlighting expected outcomes, returning players, and storylines shaping the early season.
The Montgomery Advertiser has ranked the leading Montgomery‑area high school football players for the upcoming 2026 season, highlighting commitments, accolades and standout performances.
Preseason analysis highlights top contenders across eight AHSAA football regions in the Montgomery area, featuring Montgomery Academy, Booker T. Washington and Auburn.
The team looks to improve after a playoff appearance, with a mix of seasoned contributors and promising newcomers.
Alabama State’s quarterback Andrew Body is preparing for a pivotal 2026 campaign after enduring a third shoulder injury that sidelined him for much of the previous season. Despite the setbacks, he remains the team’s second‑leading rusher and a key offensive weapon.
With two quarterbacks competing, rising junior Brandon Boswell stepping into a leading receiver role, and linebacker Wilson Cherry anchoring the defense, the private school program looks to translate its recent success into a competitive Single A campaign.
Andrew Body’s 2025 campaign earned him HBCU National Player of the Year honors, but a late‑season shoulder injury halted his momentum. As the Hornets prepare for 2026, his health, depth behind him, and dual‑threat abilities dominate the conversation.
The latest Montgomery Advertiser poll, backed by The Vance Law Firm, shows Gibbs receiving 99% of votes for the 2026 ASWA Mr. Football award, while Gordon secures just 1%.
The first preseason practice on July 30 saw the team battling 90‑degree heat, with Body taking all first‑team reps and Pierre catching steady passes, setting the tone for a deep and competitive roster.
A year‑and‑a‑half in the making, the new Birmingham Classic will see Alabama State face Southern in a non‑conference contest that promises financial rewards, heightened visibility and a celebration of the city’s deep‑rooted sports culture.
Coach Eddie Robinson Jr. of Alabama State emphasizes standards that have produced a flawless record since 2021, while the 2026 schedule promises five ESPN broadcasts, key classic matchups and new scouting opportunities for HBCU athletes.
Alabama State’s football program, guided by head coach Eddie Robinson Jr., has maintained an unblemished record since 2021, leveraging ESPN broadcasts to attract recruits and highlight HBCU talent.
From July 19 to July 23, residents can vote once per hour for the team they believe has the best odds of winning a 2026 championship, with results announced on July 24.
Readers voted Pike Road’s football squad the clear favorite to win a title, with 86% of the ballots cast.
A look at the key quarterbacks poised to shape the upcoming high school football season in the Montgomery area.
An evolving offensive philosophy in the Montgomery region is spotlighting size‑and‑speed wide receivers, with several local programs expecting a surge in all‑state selections for the 2026 season.
Kingston Preyear, a standout quarterback from Alabama, pledged to the University of Alabama after a record‑setting sophomore season. His coach likens him to Joe Burrow, and he models his game after Jalen Hurts while chasing another state championship.
With the first Alabama high school football games set for August 20, the Montgomery area prepares for a pivotal 2026 season. From new head coaches to elite recruits and potential state championship contenders, the region’s teams are poised for dramatic developments.
After a near‑miss in the 2025 6A playoffs, Pike Road is reshaping its roster with returning star Gunner Gibbs and emerging defensive standout Jhaylon Smith, setting the stage for a championship‑driven 2026 campaign.
The Alabama State baseball team, still chasing its first NCAA Tournament victory, will meet Oklahoma State on Saturday, May 30, at 1 p.m. CT. The game, airing on ESPN+, could define the Hornets' tournament run.