AL Player/Pitcher of the Week: Week 5 Edition
March 31, 2026
ALABAMA - With the 2026 high school season officially underway, it’s time to recognize the standout performances that helped set the tone across Alabama in Week 5 of the season.
Each week this spring, we will name an Alabama Player of the Week and Alabama Pitcher of the Week, honoring the top individual performances from around the state. These awards are based entirely on nominations submitted by high school coaches, highlighting the athletes who delivered when it mattered most during game action.
From dominant outings on the mound to explosive performances at the plate, Week 5 brought no shortage of impact performances. Now, it’s time to spotlight the next honorees of the 2026 season.
AL Player of the Week: Week 5
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Will Adams OF / LHP / Hoover, AL / 2026OF/LHP Will Adams continued his strong senior campaign with another dominant offensive showing to earn Alabama Player of the Week honors, marking his second time receiving the award this season. The LSU recruit helped lead No. 6 Hoover to a 5-1 week over spring break, going 8-for-12 (.706) while recording six extra-base hits, including four home runs and two doubles, and driving in 14 runs. His performance played a key role in Hoover’s success and further reinforced his standing as one of the premier hitters in Alabama’s 2026 class. |
AL Pitcher of the Week: Week 5
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Evan Malone RHP / OF / Northridge, AL / 2026RHP Evan Malone delivered a dominant, complete-game performance to earn Alabama Pitcher of the Week honors. The Alabama recruit and former Future Games alum, widely regarded as one of the top pitchers in the state, was outstanding in a marquee matchup, tossing a seven-inning complete-game win while allowing just one hit and no earned runs. Malone struck out 12 hitters and worked through four walks, consistently limiting hard contact and maintaining control of the game from start to finish. His ability to rise to the occasion against quality competition further solidified his status as one of the premier arms in Alabama’s 2026 class. |
UPCOMING EVENTS ⤵️
| SHOWCASE | DATE | LOCATION |
| Montgomery Summer ID | June 2, 2026 | Holtville High School |
| Montgomery Rising Stars ID | June 2, 2026 | Holtville High School |
| Huntsville Summer ID | June 9, 2026 | James Clemens High School |
| Huntsville Rising Stars ID | June 9, 2026 | James Clemens High School |
| Yellowhammer State Games (Invite-Only) | June 16-17, 2026 | River Run Park |
| Gulf Coast Summer ID | June 23, 2026 | Orange Beach Sportsplex |
| Gulf Coast Rising Stars ID | June 23, 2026 | Orange Beach Sportsplex |
| Birmingham Summer ID | June 30, 2026 | Pelham High School |
| Birmingham Rising Stars ID | June 30, 2026 | Pelham High School |
| Tuscaloosa Summer ID | July 7, 2026 | Northridge High School |
| Tuscaloosa Rising Stars ID | July 7, 2026 | Northridge High School |
| Wiregrass Summer ID | July 14, 2026 | Enterprise High School |
| Wiregrass Rising Stars ID | July 14, 2026 | Enterprise High School |
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