AHSAA splits public and private schools for playoffs: Video breakdown Unpacking AHSAA decision to split public and private schools for playoff, championship competition. USA TODAY-Alabama prep crew video breakdown. The Alabama High School Athletic Association announced on Friday, Jan. 23, that member private and public schools will be separated for postseason and championship play for the 2026-27 and 2027-28 fall sports seasons. The restructured model eliminated Class 7A, going to six classifications for public schools and two classifications for private schools. During regular-season play, private and public schools can still play each other. AHSAA private schools are no longer...
