Five local players chosen for AHSAA North-South basketball games

Three girls and two boys from Dothan area selected for prestigious all-star showcase

Apr. 2, 2026 at 9:33pm

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Five players from the Dothan Eagle coverage area, including three girls and two boys, have been chosen to compete in the prestigious AHSAA North-South All-Star basketball games in July.

Why it matters

The AHSAA North-South All-Star games are a highly competitive showcase that features the top high school basketball talent from across the state, providing a platform for these local players to showcase their skills and potentially earn college scholarships.

The details

The five local players selected are: Amelia Rodriguez and Jayden Simmons from Dothan High School, Layla Watkins from Northview High School, and Jaden Brock and Ethan Castillo from Rehobeth High School. They will join other top players from around Alabama to compete in the annual North-South All-Star games, which will be held in Montgomery in July.

  • The AHSAA North-South All-Star basketball games will be held in July 2026.

The players

Amelia Rodriguez

A standout player from Dothan High School.

Jayden Simmons

Also from Dothan High School, selected for the all-star showcase.

Layla Watkins

A talented player from Northview High School in Dothan.

Jaden Brock

One of two boys from Rehobeth High School chosen for the all-star games.

Ethan Castillo

The other Rehobeth High School boy selected for the prestigious all-star event.

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What’s next

The AHSAA North-South All-Star basketball games will take place in Montgomery, Alabama in July 2026, providing these local players a chance to showcase their talents in front of college scouts.

The takeaway

The selection of five local players, three girls and two boys, to the AHSAA North-South All-Star basketball games is a testament to the strength of high school basketball talent in the Dothan area and the dedication of these student-athletes.