Wiregrass Kings cross country athletes sign with JUCO programs

Trio of standout runners commit to junior college teams

Apr. 8, 2026 at 12:27pm

Three top cross country athletes from Wiregrass Kings High School in Dothan, Alabama - Bree Thompson, Cali Schneider, and Madie Williams - signed letters of intent on Tuesday to continue their running careers at junior college programs.

Why it matters

The signings highlight the strength of the Wiregrass Kings cross country program, which has produced several standout runners in recent years. The athletes' decisions to pursue JUCO opportunities could set them up for future success at four-year universities.

The details

The signing ceremony took place at the Ridgecrest Christian gymnasium in Dothan. Thompson, Schneider, and Williams were surrounded by family, coaches, and teammates as they committed to their respective junior college programs.

  • The signing ceremony was held on Tuesday, April 8, 2026.

The players

Bree Thompson

A top cross country runner for the Wiregrass Kings High School team.

Cali Schneider

Another standout runner for the Wiregrass Kings cross country program.

Madie Williams

The third Wiregrass Kings cross country athlete to sign with a junior college program.

Wiregrass Kings High School

The high school that the three cross country athletes attended and competed for.

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What’s next

The three athletes will begin their junior college careers in the fall, with the goal of potentially transferring to four-year universities after their JUCO experiences.

The takeaway

The signings demonstrate the strength of the Wiregrass Kings cross country program and provide the athletes with opportunities to develop their skills and potentially earn scholarships to four-year schools in the future.