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The 2026 AHSAA softball state tournament is set for May 18-22 at Choccolocco Park in Oxford, Alabama. Teams from four regional tournaments will compete for Blue Map Trophies across seven classifications.
See AHSAA softball 2026 state tournament brackets, schedule
The field is set for the final week of the 2026 high school softball season in Alabama, with teams vying for Blue Map Trophies in Oxford during the course of May 18-22 at Choccolocco Park.
The top two teams from four regional tournaments held at Montgomery, Gulf Shores, Albertville and Florence will face off for the ultimate bragging rights. Classes 4A and 6A will get things started on Monday, with 3A wrapping championship play up on Friday.
Below are the brackets and schedules for all seven classifications for the five-day 2026 AHSAA softball state championship tournament.
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Game 1: Kinston vs. Skyline, 9 a.m.
Game 2: Maplesville vs. Athens Bible, 9 a.m.
Game 3: Hackleburg vs. Woodland, 9 a.m.
Game 4: Ider vs. Leroy, 9 a.m.
Game 5: Loser of Game 1 vs. Loser of Game 2, 12:30 p.m.
Game 6: Loser of Game 3 of Loser of Game 4, 12:30 p.m.
Game 7: Winner of Game 1 vs. Winner of Game 2, 12:30 p.m.
Game 8: Winner of Game 3 vs. Winner of Game 4, 12:30 p.m.
Game 9: Loser of Game 7 vs. Winner of Game 6, 4 p.m.
Game 10: Winner of Game 5 vs. Loser of Game 8, 4 p.m.
Game 11: Winner of Game 7 vs. Winner of Game 8, 4 p.m.
Game 12: Winner of Game 9 vs. Winner of Game 10, 10:45 a.m.
Game 13: Loser of Game 11 vs. Winner of Game 12, 11 a.m.
Game 14: Winner of Game 11 vs. Winner of Game 13, 4 p.m.
Game 15: Winner of Game 14 vs. Loser of Game 14, 7:30 p.m. - if necessary
Game 1: G.W. Long vs. North Sand Mountain, 10: 45 a.m.
Game 2: Southeastern vs. Sumiton Christian, 10:45 a.m.
Game 3: Lamar County vs. Ranburne, 10:45 a.m.
Game 4: Cleveland vs. J.U. Blacksher, 10:45 a.m.
Game 5: Loser of Game 1 vs. Loser of Game 2, 1:30 p.m.
Game 6: Loser of Game 3 of Loser of Game 4, 1:30 p.m.
Game 7: Winner of Game 1 vs. Winner of Game 2, 1:30 p.m.
Game 8: Winner of Game 3 vs. Winner of Game 4, 1:30 p.m.
Game 9: Loser of Game 7 vs. Winner of Game 6, 5:45 p.m.
Game 10: Winner of Game 5 vs. Loser of Game 8, 5:45 p.m.
Game 11: Winner of Game 7 vs. Winner of Game 8, 4 p.m.
Game 12: Winner of Game 9 vs. Winner of Game 10, 9 a.m.
Game 13: Loser of Game 11 vs. Winner of Game 12, 10:45 a.m.
Game 14: Winner of Game 11 vs. Winner of Game 13, 1:30 p.m.
Game 15: Winner of Game 14 vs. Loser of Game 14, 3 p.m. - if necessary
Game 1: Wicksburg vs. Randolph County, 9 a.m.
Game 2: Saint James vs. Madison County, 9 a.m.
Game 3: Colbert County vs. Glenwood, 9 a.m.
Game 4: Hanceville vs. T.R. Miller, 9 a.m.
Game 5: Loser of Game 1 vs. Loser of Game 2, 12:30 p.m.
Game 6: Loser of Game 3 of Loser of Game 4, 12:30 p.m.
Game 7: Winner of Game 1 vs. Winner of Game 2, 12:30 p.m.
Game 8: Winner of Game 3 vs. Winner of Game 4, 12:30 p.m.
Game 9: Loser of Game 7 vs. Winner of Game 6, 4 p.m.
Game 10: Winner of Game 5 vs. Loser of Game 8, 4 p.m.
Game 11: Winner of Game 7 vs. Winner of Game 8, 4 p.m.
Game 12: Winner of Game 9 vs. Winner of Game 10, 9 a.m.
Game 13: Loser of Game 11 vs. Winner of Game 12, 10:45 a.m.
Game 14: Winner of Game 11 vs. Winner of Game 13, 2 p.m.
Game 15: Winner of Game 14 vs. Loser of Game 14, 4 p.m. - if necessary
SAINT JAMES SOFTBALL: Saint James softball's bottom of the lineup proves crucial in AHSAA regional comeback
Central Clay County’s Lily McCain (00) scoops a ground ball during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Saint James' Aleigha Davis (10) pitches during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Thorsby’s Lexie Matson (24) dives safely back into first base before Saint James' Mary Olive Maddox (16) can get the tag during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Saint James' Lily Stanford (7) scoops a ground ball during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Saint James' Emily Needham (00) hits the ball during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Saint James' Kaitlyn Hudson (12) catches a fly ball during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Saint James' Lily Stanford (7) throws the ball to first base during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Saint James' Addi Brunson (13) hits the ball during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Thorsby’s Allie Reeser (16), right, catches a fly ball over Addison Wood (10) during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Thorsby’s Allie Reeser (16) hits the ball during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Central Clay County’s Anzlee Adams (15) catches a fly ball during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Central Clay County’s Chloe Morris (25) pitches during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Brew Tech's Jaelyn Bolling (24) catches a fly ball during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Brew Tech's Kelsey Williams (15) catches the ball at first base for a force out during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Holtville’s Baxie Goff (3) hits the ball during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Holtville’s Kylie Snowden (7) pitches during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Holtville’s Brooke Findley (19) catches a fly ball during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Holtville’s Megyn Burnett (14) celebrates her home run during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Holtville’s Kali Ingram (20) scoops a ground ball during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Holtville’s Kali Ingram (20) catches a fly ball during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Holtville’s Anna Lawrence (12) catches a fly ball during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Holtville’s Anna Lawrence (12) celebrates making the final out of the game during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Trinity's Emma Rose Meldrum (3) hits the ball during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Trinity's Emory Harris (15) hits the ball during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Childersburg’s Madison Brooks (99) catches a fly ball during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Trinity team huddles up during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Trinity's Emma Rose Meldrum (3) throws the ball to first bae during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Trinity's Emma Rose Meldrum (3) throws the ball to first base during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Childersburg’s Jade Landers (12) during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Trinity's Kenzie McClelland (4) swings at the ball during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Childersburg’s Madison Brooks (99) catches a fly ball during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Trinity's Harper Johnson (16) slides safely into second base before Childersburg’s Brianna Swain (14) can get the tag during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Childersburg’s Jade Landers (12) pitches during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Trinity's Layla Pelt (1) pitches during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Trinity's Emma Rose Meldrum (3) catches a fly ball during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Childersburg’s Madison Brooks (99) hits the ball during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Childersburg’s Madison Brooks (99) slides safely into second base as the ball goes over the head of Trinity's Marley Sharpless (7) during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Trinity's Marley Sharpless (7) throws the ball to first base during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Trinity's Emory Harris (15) catches the ball at first base for a force out during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Billingsley’s Madi De Ramus (16) pitches during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Billingsley’s Kaliyah McCary (10) hits the ball during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Billingsley’s Addyson Raines (3) slides safely into home plate during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Billingsley’s Jakayla Harris (20) scoops a ground ball during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Saint James' Sydney Johnston (6) gets a tag out on Glenwood’s Chloe Walden (11) during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Saint James' Emily Needham (00) pitches during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Saint James' Emily Darby (8) tags out Glenwood’s Miller Sims (7) at home plate during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Central Clay County’s Lily McCain (00) scoops a ground ball during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Central Clay County’s Lily McCain (00) scoops a ground ball during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Saint James' Aleigha Davis (10) pitches during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Thorsby’s Lexie Matson (24) dives safely back into first base before Saint James' Mary Olive Maddox (16) can get the tag during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Saint James' Lily Stanford (7) scoops a ground ball during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Saint James' Emily Needham (00) hits the ball during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Saint James' Kaitlyn Hudson (12) catches a fly ball during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Saint James' Lily Stanford (7) throws the ball to first base during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Saint James' Addi Brunson (13) hits the ball during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Thorsby’s Allie Reeser (16), right, catches a fly ball over Addison Wood (10) during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Thorsby’s Allie Reeser (16) hits the ball during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Central Clay County’s Anzlee Adams (15) catches a fly ball during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Central Clay County’s Chloe Morris (25) pitches during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Brew Tech's Jaelyn Bolling (24) catches a fly ball during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Brew Tech's Kelsey Williams (15) catches the ball at first base for a force out during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Holtville’s Baxie Goff (3) hits the ball during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Holtville’s Kylie Snowden (7) pitches during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Holtville’s Brooke Findley (19) catches a fly ball during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Holtville’s Megyn Burnett (14) celebrates her home run during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Holtville’s Kali Ingram (20) scoops a ground ball during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Holtville’s Kali Ingram (20) catches a fly ball during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Holtville’s Anna Lawrence (12) catches a fly ball during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Holtville’s Anna Lawrence (12) celebrates making the final out of the game during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Trinity's Emma Rose Meldrum (3) hits the ball during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Trinity's Emory Harris (15) hits the ball during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Childersburg’s Madison Brooks (99) catches a fly ball during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Trinity team huddles up during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Trinity's Emma Rose Meldrum (3) throws the ball to first bae during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Trinity's Emma Rose Meldrum (3) throws the ball to first base during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Childersburg’s Jade Landers (12) during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Trinity's Kenzie McClelland (4) swings at the ball during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Childersburg’s Madison Brooks (99) catches a fly ball during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Trinity's Harper Johnson (16) slides safely into second base before Childersburg’s Brianna Swain (14) can get the tag during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Childersburg’s Jade Landers (12) pitches during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Trinity's Layla Pelt (1) pitches during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Trinity's Emma Rose Meldrum (3) catches a fly ball during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Childersburg’s Madison Brooks (99) hits the ball during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Childersburg’s Madison Brooks (99) slides safely into second base as the ball goes over the head of Trinity's Marley Sharpless (7) during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Trinity's Marley Sharpless (7) throws the ball to first base during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Trinity's Emory Harris (15) catches the ball at first base for a force out during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Billingsley’s Madi De Ramus (16) pitches during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Billingsley’s Kaliyah McCary (10) hits the ball during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Billingsley’s Addyson Raines (3) slides safely into home plate during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Billingsley’s Jakayla Harris (20) scoops a ground ball during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Saint James' Sydney Johnston (6) gets a tag out on Glenwood’s Chloe Walden (11) during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Saint James' Emily Needham (00) pitches during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
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Saint James' Emily Darby (8) tags out Glenwood’s Miller Sims (7) at home plate during AHSAA central regional softball tournament at at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Game 1: Orange Beach vs. West Limestone, 9 a.m.
Game 2: American Christian vs. Hamilton, 9 a.m.
Game 3: West Morgan vs. Munford, 9 a.m.
Game 4: Plainview vs. Geneva, 9 a.m.
Game 5: Loser of Game 1 vs. Loser of Game 2, 12:30 p.m.
Game 6: Loser of Game 3 of Loser of Game 4, 12:30 p.m.
Game 7: Winner of Game 1 vs. Winner of Game 2, 12:30 p.m.
Game 8: Winner of Game 3 vs. Winner of Game 4, 12:30 p.m.
Game 9: Loser of Game 7 vs. Winner of Game 6, 4 p.m.
Game 10: Winner of Game 5 vs. Loser of Game 8, 4 p.m.
Game 11: Winner of Game 7 vs. Winner of Game 8, 4 p.m.
Game 12: Winner of Game 9 vs. Winner of Game 10, 9 a.m.
Game 13: Loser of Game 11 vs. Winner of Game 12, 10:45 a.m.
Game 14: Winner of Game 11 vs. Winner of Game 13, 1:30 p.m.
Game 15: Winner of Game 14 vs. Loser of Game 14, 4 p.m. - if necessary
Game 1: Houston Academy vs. Springville, 10: 45 a.m.
Game 2: Holtville vs. Boaz, 10:45 a.m.
Game 3: Lawerence County vs. Beauregard, 10:45 a.m.
Game 4: Moody vs. Faith Academy, 10:45 a.m.
Game 5: Loser of Game 1 vs. Loser of Game 2, 1:30 p.m.
Game 6: Loser of Game 3 of Loser of Game 4, 1:30 p.m.
Game 7: Winner of Game 1 vs. Winner of Game 2, 1:30 p.m.
Game 8: Winner of Game 3 vs. Winner of Game 4, 1:30 p.m.
Game 9: Loser of Game 7 vs. Winner of Game 6, 5 p.m.
Game 10: Winner of Game 5 vs. Loser of Game 8, 5:45 p.m.
Game 11: Winner of Game 7 vs. Winner of Game 8, 5:30 p.m.
Game 12: Winner of Game 9 vs. Winner of Game 10, 9 a.m.
Game 13: Loser of Game 11 vs. Winner of Game 12, 10:45 a.m.
Game 14: Winner of Game 11 vs. Winner of Game 13, 1:30 p.m.
Game 15: Winner of Game 14 vs. Loser of Game 14, 3 p.m. - if necessary
Game 1: Wetumpka vs. Gardendale, 9 a.m.
Game 2: Helena vs. Athens, 9 a.m.
Game 3: Hartselle vs. Spain Park, 9 a.m.
Game 4: Oxford vs. Saraland, 9 a.m.
Game 5: Loser of Game 1 vs. Loser of Game 2, 12:30 p.m.
Game 6: Loser of Game 3 of Loser of Game 4, 12:30 p.m.
Game 7: Winner of Game 1 vs. Winner of Game 2, 12:30 p.m.
Game 8: Winner of Game 3 vs. Winner of Game 4, 12:30 p.m.
Game 9: Loser of Game 7 vs. Winner of Game 6, 4 p.m.
Game 10: Winner of Game 5 vs. Loser of Game 8, 4 p.m.
Game 11: Winner of Game 7 vs. Winner of Game 8, 4 p.m.
Game 12: Winner of Game 9 vs. Winner of Game 10, 10:45 a.m.
Game 13: Loser of Game 11 vs. Winner of Game 12, 1:30 p.m.
Game 14: Winner of Game 11 vs. Winner of Game 13, 5:30 p.m.
Game 15: Winner of Game 14 vs. Loser of Game 14, 7 p.m. - if necessary
Game 1: Daphne vs. Austin, 9 a.m.
Game 2: Central-Phenix City vs. Vestavia Hills, 9 a.m.
Game 3: Hewitt-Trussville vs. Baker, 9 a.m.
Game 4: Thompson vs. Fairhope, 9 a.m.
Game 5: Loser of Game 1 vs. Loser of Game 2, 12:30 p.m.
Game 6: Loser of Game 3 of Loser of Game 4, 12:30 p.m.
Game 7: Winner of Game 1 vs. Winner of Game 2, 12:30 p.m.
Game 8: Winner of Game 3 vs. Winner of Game 4, 12:30 p.m.
Game 9: Loser of Game 7 vs. Winner of Game 6, 4 p.m.
Game 10: Winner of Game 5 vs. Loser of Game 8, 4 p.m.
Game 11: Winner of Game 7 vs. Winner of Game 8, 4 p.m.
Game 12: Winner of Game 9 vs. Winner of Game 10, 10:45 a.m.
Game 13: Loser of Game 11 vs. Winner of Game 12, 1:30 p.m.
Game 14: Winner of Game 11 vs. Winner of Game 13, 5 p.m.
Game 15: Winner of Game 14 vs. Loser of Game 14, 7:30 p.m. - if necessary
AHSAA SOFTBALL CENTRAL REGIONAL: Montgomery-area teams enjoy successful day three of AHSAA softball playoffs at Central Regional
Prattville Christian’s Saniyah Waever safely steals second as Handlley’s Rayna Smith waits on the throw from home during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
Prattville Christian’s Colbie Martin (1) is tagged out at home against Handley during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
Prattville Christian’s Holleybeth Rollan pitches against Handley during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
Prattville Christian’s Chasiti Lindsey bunts against Handley during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
Prattville Christian’s McKinnley, left, and Colbie Martin go after a fly ball against Headley during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
Headley’s Ava Christopher pitches against Prattville Christian during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
Prattville Christian’s Saniyah Weaver bunts against Handley during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
Prattville Christian’s Peyton Thrash slides safely into third base against Handley during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
Prattville Christian’s Caralee Janes catches a pop up against Handley during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
Prattville Christian’s Peyton Thrash celebrates a two RBI triple during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
Prattville Christian’s Chasiti Lindsey and Saniyah Weaver celebrate scoring during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
American Christian’s Madalyn Rogers pitches against Pleasant Grove during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
Pleasant Grove’s Akirah Edwars Carrington (3) collides with American Christian’s Madalyn Rogers as she catches a pop up in the baseline during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
American Christian’s Hadley Bates slides safely into third as Pleasant Grove’s Aaliyah Eldridge applies the late tag during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
American Christian’s Ruth Ann Skinner bats during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
American Christian’s Olivia Hape pitches during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
Pleasant Grove’s Avalyn Daniels pitches against American Christian during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
American Christian’s Maggie Holt takes a throw at first during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
Oak Grove’s Paighton Wright pitches against West Blocton during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
Oak Grove’s Karoline Taylor heads to third as she makes an in the park home run against West Blocton during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
West Blocton’s Kimora Harrell celebrates after batting in two runs against Oak Grove during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
Oak Grove’s Brooklynn Lucas takes a throw at home against West Blocton during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
West Blocton’s Ralyn Irvin pitches against Oak Grove during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
Oak Grove’s Zoey Fondren makes a catch at the fence during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
Montgomery Catholic and Munford prepare for their game during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
Montgomery Catholic players celebrate a home run during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
Montgomery Catholic’s Haley Ishman (2) swings at the ball during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
Montgomery Catholic’s Jaidyn Simmons (24) throws the ball in during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
Montgomery Catholic’s Hayden Fitts (1) catches a long pass during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
Munford’s Madison Arnold (8) pitches during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
Munford’s Ashtyn Bishop (14) dives short of a ground ball during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
Montgomery Catholic’s Riley Hudson (10) catches a fly ball during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
Auburn’s Laina Rae Sawyer (22) hits the ball during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
Auburn’s Laina Rae Sawyer (22) slides safely into second base before Baker’s Kaylee Boddie (5) can get the tag during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
Auburn’s Demi Alsobrook (00) slides safely into home plate during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
Auburn’s Lily Brewer (51) pitches during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
Montgomery Catholic’s Hannah Smith (13) catches a fly ball during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
Montgomery Catholic’s Riley Hudson (10) catches the ball at second base for a force out during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
Spain Park’s Maxie Provost (21) pitches during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
Northridge’s Olivia Hitchner (2) swings at the ball during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
Northridge’s Caroline Matchette (31) catches a fly ball during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
McAdory’s Pearl Ryan (27) celebrates after ending an inning with a strikeout during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
Benjamin Russell’s Aubrey Chapman (30) pitches during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
Benjamin Russell’s Lydia Montgomery (99) catches a pass during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
Benjamin Russell celebrates a home run during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
Spain Park’s Abbie King (47) celebrates her triple during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
Montgomery Catholic’s Hannah Smith (13) celebrates her home run during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
Munford’s Brooklyn Pressley (6) scoops a ground ball during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
Auburn’s dugout celebrates a hit during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
Montgomery Catholic’s Jaidyn Simmons (24) celebrates her double during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
Benjamin Russell players apply face paint before the game during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
Spain Park’s Teagan Huey (4) flips the ball to home plate during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
Benjamin Russell’s Zoya Menniefield (5) scoops a ground ball during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
McAdory’s Josie Mahaffey (14) catches the ball at first base to force an out during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
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Prattville Christian’s Saniyah Waever safely steals second as Handlley’s Rayna Smith waits on the throw from home during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
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Prattville Christian’s Saniyah Waever safely steals second as Handlley’s Rayna Smith waits on the throw from home during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
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Prattville Christian’s Colbie Martin (1) is tagged out at home against Handley during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
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Prattville Christian’s Holleybeth Rollan pitches against Handley during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
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Prattville Christian’s Chasiti Lindsey bunts against Handley during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
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Prattville Christian’s McKinnley, left, and Colbie Martin go after a fly ball against Headley during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
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Headley’s Ava Christopher pitches against Prattville Christian during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
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Prattville Christian’s Saniyah Weaver bunts against Handley during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
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Prattville Christian’s Peyton Thrash slides safely into third base against Handley during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
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Prattville Christian’s Caralee Janes catches a pop up against Handley during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
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Prattville Christian’s Peyton Thrash celebrates a two RBI triple during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
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Prattville Christian’s Chasiti Lindsey and Saniyah Weaver celebrate scoring during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
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American Christian’s Madalyn Rogers pitches against Pleasant Grove during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
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Pleasant Grove’s Akirah Edwars Carrington (3) collides with American Christian’s Madalyn Rogers as she catches a pop up in the baseline during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
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American Christian’s Hadley Bates slides safely into third as Pleasant Grove’s Aaliyah Eldridge applies the late tag during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
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American Christian’s Ruth Ann Skinner bats during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
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American Christian’s Olivia Hape pitches during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
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Pleasant Grove’s Avalyn Daniels pitches against American Christian during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
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American Christian’s Maggie Holt takes a throw at first during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
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Oak Grove’s Paighton Wright pitches against West Blocton during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
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Oak Grove’s Karoline Taylor heads to third as she makes an in the park home run against West Blocton during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
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West Blocton’s Kimora Harrell celebrates after batting in two runs against Oak Grove during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
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Oak Grove’s Brooklynn Lucas takes a throw at home against West Blocton during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
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West Blocton’s Ralyn Irvin pitches against Oak Grove during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
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Oak Grove’s Zoey Fondren makes a catch at the fence during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
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Montgomery Catholic and Munford prepare for their game during AHSSA Softball Regional action on Monday May 26, 2026 at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala.
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Montgomery Catholic players celebrate a home run during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
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Montgomery Catholic’s Haley Ishman (2) swings at the ball during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
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Montgomery Catholic’s Jaidyn Simmons (24) throws the ball in during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
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Montgomery Catholic’s Hayden Fitts (1) catches a long pass during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
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Munford’s Madison Arnold (8) pitches during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
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Munford’s Ashtyn Bishop (14) dives short of a ground ball during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
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Montgomery Catholic’s Riley Hudson (10) catches a fly ball during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
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Auburn’s Laina Rae Sawyer (22) hits the ball during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
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Auburn’s Laina Rae Sawyer (22) slides safely into second base before Baker’s Kaylee Boddie (5) can get the tag during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
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Auburn’s Demi Alsobrook (00) slides safely into home plate during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
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Auburn’s Lily Brewer (51) pitches during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
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Montgomery Catholic’s Hannah Smith (13) catches a fly ball during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
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Montgomery Catholic’s Riley Hudson (10) catches the ball at second base for a force out during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
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Spain Park’s Maxie Provost (21) pitches during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
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Northridge’s Olivia Hitchner (2) swings at the ball during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
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Northridge’s Caroline Matchette (31) catches a fly ball during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
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McAdory’s Pearl Ryan (27) celebrates after ending an inning with a strikeout during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
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Benjamin Russell’s Aubrey Chapman (30) pitches during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
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Benjamin Russell’s Lydia Montgomery (99) catches a pass during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
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Benjamin Russell celebrates a home run during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
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Spain Park’s Abbie King (47) celebrates her triple during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
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Montgomery Catholic’s Hannah Smith (13) celebrates her home run during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
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Munford’s Brooklyn Pressley (6) scoops a ground ball during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
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Auburn’s dugout celebrates a hit during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
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Montgomery Catholic’s Jaidyn Simmons (24) celebrates her double during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
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Benjamin Russell players apply face paint before the game during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
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Spain Park’s Teagan Huey (4) flips the ball to home plate during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
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Benjamin Russell’s Zoya Menniefield (5) scoops a ground ball during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
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McAdory’s Josie Mahaffey (14) catches the ball at first base to force an out during the AHSAA central regional softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, May 11, 2026.
Jaeden Day covers high school sports, Alabama State football and Auburn recruiting for the Montgomery Advertiser/USA Today. You can find him on X at dayjaeden12, or reach him at JDay@montgome.gannett.com.
This article originally appeared on Montgomery Advertiser: AHSAA softball 2026 state tournament brackets, schedule
The tournament will take place from May 18 to May 22, 2026.
The tournament will be held at Choccolocco Park in Oxford, Alabama.
There are seven classifications in the 2026 AHSAA softball state tournament.
The top two teams from four regional tournaments in Montgomery, Gulf Shores, Albertville, and Florence will compete.

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