In a historic shift set to take effect in 2026–27, the AHSAA eliminated Class 7A, split private schools into their own divisions, and removed the long-debated 1.35 multiplier—reshaping competitive balance statewide.
The legendary coach adds another chapter to his polarizing career, guiding Coosa Christian to its first AHSAA football crown while proving at 67 he still isn’t ready to walk away from the game.
Each week during the high school sports season, High School on SI will gather the best performances across the country with the help of fans, readers and staff.
The 2026 Alabama high school boys basketball playoffs begin this week with area playoffs. High School On SI has brackets and matchups for every classification.