The Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA) playoffs start in just under four hours, and West Alabama will be well represented. Eleven schools from the region have earned postseason berths and will travel to face opponents in the first round, all vying for a spot in the state championship that will be contested at Hancock-Whitney Stadium in Mobile.

Class 5A Matchups

• The Russell County Warriors (7-3) head to McAdory to play the Yellowjackets (8-2).
• The Stanhope Elmore Mustangs (6-4) travel to Tuscaloosa to meet the Hillcrest Patriots (9-0).
• The Central Falcons (8-2) journey to Alexander City to take on the Benjamin Russell Wildcats (8-2).

Class 4A Matchups

• The Sipsey Valley Bears (7-4) will go to Andalusia to face the Andalusia Bulldogs (7-3).
• The Ashford Yellowjackets (6-6) travel to Northport to challenge the Northside Rams (10-1).

Class 3A Matchup

• The Slocomb Red Tops (6-3) head to Bibb County to meet the Bibb County Choctaws (8-2).

Class 2A Matchups

• The Greensboro Raiders (4-6) travel to Cottonwood to face the Cottonwood Bears (10-0).
• The Ider Hornets (7-4) go to Gordo to play the Gordo Greenwave (9-1).

Class 1A Matchup

• The Berry Wildcats (4-6) will travel to Woodville, Alabama, to take on the Woodville Panthers (9-1).

Double AA and Single A

• Double AA: Westminster Christian Wildcats (1-9) will come to Tuscaloosa to face the American Christian Academy Patriots (9-1).
• Single A: Coose Christian Conquerors (3-6) will also travel to Tuscaloosa to meet Tuscaloosa Academy (8-1).

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All participating schools will look to advance toward the state championship, where the blue map will be awarded to the team that emerges victorious after a series of elimination games. The championship venue, Hancock‑Whitney Stadium in Mobile, promises a festive atmosphere for players, families, and supporters alike.

Stay tuned for game results, standout performances, and post‑game analysis as the playoffs progress. West Alabama’s high‑school athletes are ready to showcase their talent and determination on the field, embodying the spirit of competition and community pride that defines Alabama high‑school football.

Original reporting: The Tuscaloosa Thread — read the source article.