Montgomery Advertiser Names Vance Law Firm Athletes of the Week

AHSAA considers postseason split between public and private schools

Apr. 10, 2026 at 10:16am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a fragmented high school basketball game, with players and the court broken down into sharp, overlapping shapes and planes, conveying the complex and shifting dynamics of the potential public-private sports split.The proposed public-private postseason split by the AHSAA could dramatically reshape the competitive landscape of high school sports in Alabama.Montgomery Today

The Montgomery Advertiser has announced its latest Vance Law Firm Athletes of the Week, recognizing standout high school sports performances in the local area. This comes as the Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA) considers a potential postseason split between public and private schools, a move that has generated discussion in the community.

Why it matters

The Vance Law Firm Athletes of the Week award highlights exceptional student-athletes and their achievements, fostering community pride and inspiration. Meanwhile, the AHSAA's proposed public-private split is a controversial topic that could significantly impact the high school sports landscape in Alabama.

The details

The Montgomery Advertiser's Vance Law Firm Athletes of the Week program honors top performers across various high school sports. The latest winners were selected for their standout play during the March 28 - April 3 period. Separately, the AHSAA announced on Friday that it is considering a postseason split between public and private schools, a move that has drawn mixed reactions from coaches, administrators, and the broader community.

  • The latest Vance Law Firm Athletes of the Week were announced on April 10, 2026.
  • The AHSAA announced its potential public-private postseason split on Friday.

The players

Heath Harmon

An AHSAA official who explained the organization's considerations regarding a postseason split between public and private schools.

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What they’re saying

“Did AHSAA consider a full public-private split? Heath Harmon explains after announcing a postseason split on Friday in Montgomery.”

— Heath Harmon, AHSAA Official

The takeaway

The Vance Law Firm Athletes of the Week program continues to celebrate the achievements of local high school athletes, while the AHSAA's proposed public-private postseason split remains a topic of ongoing discussion and debate within the Alabama sports community.