The public-private playoff split has reshaped 5A Region 1, but one thing hasn’t changed—everyone is still chasing Saraland.
Emily Cochran and Robert Ristaneo break down every team in the region, from the Spartans’ championship expectations to Gulf Shores’ playoff push, Spanish Fort’s bounce-back hopes, Theodore’s new era under Randy Larson, and what to expect from Baldwin County, Blount, Elberta, and Murphy.
Plus, predictions for the region race and the players to watch heading into the 2026 high school football season.
Follow us on Youtube and check out our page on FOX10 for more coverage.
July 9th, 2026, 01:20 am
FOX10 Big Friday Kickoff
5A Region 1 Season Preview
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Published July 9th, 2026, 01:20 am
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The public-private playoff split has reshaped 5A Region 1, but one thing hasn’t changed—everyone is still chasing Saraland.
Emily Cochran and Robert Ristaneo break down every team in the region, from the Spartans’ championship expectations to Gulf Shores’ playoff push, Spanish Fort’s bounce-back hopes, Theodore’s new era under Randy Larson, and what to expect from Baldwin County, Blount, Elberta, and Murphy.
Plus, predictions for the region race and the players to watch heading into the 2026 high school football season.
Follow us on Youtube and check out our page on FOX10 for more coverage.
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FOX10 Big Friday Kickoff
Join FOX10 Sports Director Emily Cochran and Special Projects Producer Robert Ristaneo each week as they break down the biggest matchups in Alabama high school football’s Region 1, dive into the latest from South Alabama, Auburn, and Alabama, and tackle the top storylines around the NFL. Insight, analysis, and plenty of football talk—all in one place.
