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Alabama High School Football Playoff Brackets: Scores, Updated Matchups for Nov. 12-14

Updated 2026 Alabama high school football playoff brackets for all eight AHSAA classes, with first-round scores, Nov. 13 matchups and state finals dates.

Alabama · 2d

The Tuscaloosa News

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Tuscaloosa Magnet Schools named best in Alabama

Tuscaloosa Magnet Schools earned top state rankings in the latest U.S. News & World Report education assessment. Tuscaloosa Magnet Schools-Middle was ranked the No. 1 middle school in Alabama in U.S. News & World Report’s 2027 Best Elementary and Middle Schools rankings. Tuscaloosa Magnet Schools-Elementary ranked No. 15 among Alabama’s public elementary schools, according to a Tuscaloosa City Schools news release. Released Oct. 20, the rankings are based on student performance in reading and math on state assessments. Both schools placed among the top 25 in their respective categories. “To have our middle school ranked No. 1 in Alabama and our elementary school recognized among the top 15 is an incredible honor for our entire school community,” Constance Pewee-Childs, principal of Tuscaloosa Magnet Schools-Elementary and Middle, said in the release. More: Tuscaloosa schools return with new safety tech “These rankings reflect the hard work of our students, the dedication of our teachers and staff, and the tremendous support of our families,” Pewee-Childs said. “We are proud of this recognition, but what matters most is the learning and growth happening in our classrooms every day.” Tuscaloosa City Schools Superintendent Mike Daria said the recognition reflects the district’s high academic standards and

Tuscaloosa, AL · 1d

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Governor highlights Montgomery family using CHOOSE Act for private school

Governor Kay Ivey on Friday introduced the Washingtons, an Alabama family utilizing the CHOOSE Act, the governor’s education savings account, ESA, program. Shalice Washington is a U.S. veteran, full-time student and a mom to her daughter, Kimora. Kimora is in first grade and is currently attending Trinity Presbyterian School in Montgomery, Alabama.

Montgomery, AL · 1d
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Alabama universities weigh joint response to federal higher ed questions

MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama’s public university presidents are considering a joint response to seven questions from U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon about college admissions, academic freedom, affordability and other higher education issues. During a Monday meeting of the Alabama Council of College and University Presidents in Montgomery, Athens...

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The Tuscaloosa News

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West Alabama high school football 2026 second-round playoff schedule

West Alabama high school football teams are moving along to the second round of the 2026 AHSAA playoffs. Last week, the postseason slate was cut down from 18 to 12 teams, as Central, Lamar County, Greensboro, South Lamar, Berry and Pickens Academy were knocked out of the playoffs. The second round of the AHSAA playoffs is set for Friday, Nov. 13, and continues through November before the state championship games Dec. 2-5 in Mobile. Here is the Round 2 high school football playoff schedule for AHSAA teams in West Alabama. Most games are scheduled for 7 p.m. Friday, but kickoff times should be confirmed with each school. TOP PERFORMERS: Sports top performers led by Bibb County's Brayden Cash for 5 TDs, 415 yards FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS: Tuscaloosa Academy ousts Coosa Christian from AHSAA football playoffs AHSAA football Round 2 playoff schedule, brackets in West Alabama Class 5A Saraland (10-1) at Hillcrest-Tuscaloosa (10-0) Class 4A Williamson (8-1) at Northside (10-1) Orange Beach (9-2) at Sipsey Valley (9-2) Class 3A Bibb Co. (9-2) at T.R. Miller (9-2) Fayette Co. (9-2) at Vinemont (7-4) Class 2A Gordo (10-1) at Pleasant Valley (9-2) Aliceville (10-1) at Dadeville (7-4) Class 1A Hubbertville (10-1) at Wadley

Alabama · 1d

ABC 33/40 News

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Alabama attorney general backs Florida law restricting certain classroom teachings

Which states are supporting Florida's law in the Supreme Court brief?. What specific concepts does Florida's law restrict professors from promoting?. Why do states argue professors should not have special First Amendment rights?. Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has joined Kentucky in leading a 13-state brief asking the U.S. Supreme...

Alabama · 5h

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Faulkner University to Celebrate Opening of New Simulation Center, Expanding Healthcare Training Across Alabama

MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Faulkner University will celebrate the opening of its new Faulkner University Simulation Center on Nov. 13 at 10 a.m. inside the College of Health Sciences, as the university grows its commitment to stronger healthcare education, workforce development and emergency preparedness throughout Alabama. WHEN: 10:00 a.m. on...

Montgomery, AL · 1d

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Big Friday Kickoff Podcast: Round 2 Preview

MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - The road to a state championship is heating up as the Alabama high school football playoffs enter the second round!. We started the postseason with 36 teams from across our coverage area, and now just 22 remain in the hunt for a Blue Map. FOX10 Sports...

Alabama · 18h

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Meet Mister and Miss Tuskegee University (2026-2027): Micah Bell and Leslie Green

HBCU Kings and Queens carry more than a title. They carry the culture, the history, and the pride of their entire campus every time they step onto the yard. That is why we at Watch The Yard are launching a new series dedicated to introducing you to the leaders wearing the crown this year, continuing with Tuskegee University.

Tuskegee, AL · 4d

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Hoover vs. Thompson, Spain Park vs. Prattville Lead Projected 2026 AHSAA, AISA Second-Round Playoff Pairings

BIRMINGHAM, AL – The first round is in the books, and the second round of the 2026 Alabama high school football playoffs is shaping up to deliver some heavyweight clashes. Hoover travels to Thompson. Spain Park gets a rematch at No. 1 Prattville. Hewitt-Trussville heads north to James Clemens. Those three Class 6A showdowns lead a packed slate of projected pairings across every AHSAA classification and the AISA brackets.

Alabaster, AL · 3d

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Stanhope Elmore Raiders defend state crown at historic Millbrook competition

Hard work, determination, and months of preparation paid off Saturday as the Stanhope Elmore High School JROTC Raider Team defended its state championship, bringing home another Alabama title in front of its hometown crowd. For the first time, Millbrook hosted the Alabama JROTC Raider State Competition, welcoming 18 teams from...

Millbrook, AL · 1d

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Prattville High School performs "Lost Girl"

Brooklynn Abbott and Garren Watkins from Prattville High School joined WSFA to invite the community to come watch the "Lost Girl" play.

Prattville, AL · 1d

Troy Messenger

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Charles Henderson opens basketball season

The Charles Henderson High School boys and girls basketball teams opened up the 2026-2027 season on Saturday on the road against Pike Road. The Trojans lost 69-56 to Pike Road on the boys side. Josh Jackson led CHHS with 19 points, while Landen Flowers and Carter Ford scored 10 points each. The Trojans were playing without their football players but will get those players back this week.

Troy, AL · 1d

Shelby Reporter

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Shelby County falls at Eufaula to finish season

EUFAULA – The Shelby County Wildcats did not repeat last season’s road heroics to open the playoffs, but a solid effort to finish closed out a memorable career for the Class of 2027. The Eufaula Tigers defeated Shelby County 35-14 on Nov. 6 at Eufaula High School in...

Eufaula, AL · 3d

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University of Alabama Lands $9.9M Grant to Help Rural Readers Who Keep Falling Behind

A $9.9 million federal grant is about to change how dozens of rural Alabama schools handle their most stubborn reading struggles. The University of Alabama is launching Project LIFT, a five-year effort that will train teachers in 75 primarily rural elementary schools to use an intensive literacy intervention called Friends on the Block, aimed at young students who keep falling behind even after getting the standard instruction and interventions available at school.

Alabama · 2d

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Survival for Round Two – AHSAA Football Playoffs continue

MONTGOMERY – (November 7, 2026) Two hundred and eight teams began the playoff chase for the blue map, and now we are whittled down to just over 100. To put it in perspective, less than 25% of coaches and schools will drag out the pads again on Monday to prepare for yet another football game.

Montgomery, AL · 3d

AL.com

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2026 Alabama high school football playoffs: AHSAA state championships schedule and where to watch

If you purchase a product through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. November has arrived and the Alabama High School Athletic Association football state tournament fields are set for venues throughout the state. Teams across the eight AHSAA football classifications will take the gridiron and battle for state championship trophies up for grabs in December in Mobile. (2025 AHSAA football state champions are listed below.)

Alabama · 4d

High School On SI

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Alexandria vs. Hamilton: Alabama High School Football Playoff Preview, Prediction

Alexandria vs. Hamilton football playoff preview: key players, matchup analysis and a score prediction for the Alabama Class 4A first-round game.

Hamilton, AL · 4d

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Auburn University Plays Central Role in Mayor Ron Anders’s Vision for Auburn

Auburn, Ala. – Auburn University plays an important role in shaping the city of Auburn, a partnership that Mayor Ron Anders believes is the strongest university-city relationship in the country. Mayor Anders spoke at a meeting hosted by the Auburn College Republican group on Thursday evening. The mayor discussed...

Auburn, AL · 4d