State runner-up finishes with sparkling showing in Class 1A/3A All-State soccer team

Madison Academy dominated the latest Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA) soccer honors. In a vote of coaches across the state, the Mustangs placed more players on the Class 1A/3A All-State first team than any other program regardless of classification.

Despite a heart-wrenching overtime exit in the state semifinals against eventual champion Susan Moore, Madison Academy’s stellar campaign saw six of its seniors named to the elite first team. The Mustangs, who entered the postseason ranked No. 2, showcased a veteran-led squad that left a lasting impression on the coaching community.

The selection process also highlighted the depth of programs like Collinsville and Tanner, each of which landed six total players across the first and second teams. Collinsville split its selections evenly with three on the first and three on the second, while Tanner boasted two first-team picks alongside four second-team honorees.

For more insights into the postseason awards, including a complete list of honorable mention selections, be sure to check out our full report on 205focus.com.

Madison Academy’s All-State Stars

The Mustangs' primary representation on the All-State squad consisted entirely of seniors. The group includes forward Henry Yelverton, midfielders Jake Allman and Donathan Buchanan, defenders Jack Hughes and Micah Knowles, and goalkeeper Coulter Andrus.

Coach of the Year and State Champions

Susan Moore head coach Cody Alldredge earned Coach of the Year honors for guiding his team to the 1A/3A state championship. His title-winning roster produced two first-team All-State players: senior forward Braulio Zavala and sophomore midfielder Francisco Piceno, who also secured tournament MVP recognition.

2026 All-State First and Second Teams: Class 1A/3A

First Team

Forwards: Cade Dorning (Tanner, Junior); Carlos Martinez (Saks, Junior); Henry Yelverton (Madison Academy, Senior); Braulio Zavala (Susan Moore, Senior).
Midfielders: Jake Allman (Madison Academy, Senior); John Paul Barrientos (Collinsville, Freshman); Donathan Buchanan (Madison Academy, Senior); Aidan Phillips (Houston Academy, Sophomore); Francisco Piceno (Susan Moore, Sophomore).
Defenders: Dustin Beverett (G.W. Long, Senior); Yensi Flamenco (Collinsville, Senior); Jack Hughes (Madison Academy, Senior); Micah Knowles (Madison Academy, Senior); Jonathan Leon (Tanner, Sophomore).
Goalkeepers: Coulter Andrus (Madison Academy, Senior); Owen Price (Tuscaloosa Academy, Junior); Sam Stewart (Collinsville, Senior).

Second Team

Forwards: Connor Baker (G.W. Long, Junior); Joni Kneer (Tuscaloosa Academy, Senior); Nate McLean (G.W. Long, Senior); Rolando Solis (Tharptown, Senior); Jacob Wright (Houston Academy, Senior).
Midfielders: Mason Foote (G.W. Long, Junior); Alex Herrera (Collinsville, Freshman); Carlos Lagunas (Tanner, Senior); Ivan Lagunas (Tanner, Eighth); Alex Martinez (Tanner, Junior); Ricky Santibanez (Tharptown, Junior); Gio Vazquez (Collinsville, Freshman).
Defenders: Cole Andrews (G.W. Long, Junior); Dax Bowman (Tanner, Freshman); Edgar Perez (Tharptown, Senior); Francisco Romero (Collinsville, Sophomore).
Goalkeepers: Mason Burkett (G.W. Long, Sophomore); Alex Moctezuma (Tharptown, Junior); Jordan Seagers (Houston Academy, Freshman).