Alabama Public Television to Broaden AHSAA Football Coverage in 2025

MONTGOMERY, AL: Alabama Public Television (APT) announced plans to significantly increase coverage of Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA) football events beginning with the 2025 season. The expansion will include live broadcasts of regular-season games, state playoff matchups, and additional special events.

Key Expansion Details

• Regular-Season and Playoffs: APT will broadcast 16 regular-season and postseason games leading up to the Super 7 State Championships in Birmingham (December 3-5, 2025).
• Weekly Game of the Week: AHSAA’s “Game of the Week” will air Thursdays during the regular season, with special Friday broadcasts for playoff games.
• All-Star Coverage: Viewers can look forward to the Alabama-Mississippi All-Star Classic and North-South All-Star Classics in December.
• Pre-Game Show: A live pre-game program will air at 5 p.m. on APT, with replays on WOTM.TV at 6 p.m. before kickoff.

APT has successfully aired the AHSAA Super 7 State Football Championships and State Basketball Championships live for the last two years, providing statewide coverage to nearly every household.

Leadership Comments

APT Executive Director Wayne Reid expressed excitement about the development, saying, “Expanding our coverage highlights more student-athletes statewide, capturing the energy and camaraderie of football season.”

AHSAA Executive Director Heath Harmon added, “APT’s extensive reach helps us achieve our mission of showcasing high school sports across Alabama.”

WOTM Executive Producer Vince Earley emphasized the enhanced accessibility this brings to fans, stating, “Viewers from every corner of the state can now experience the thrill of more games live via APT.”

Additional Features

• Simulcasting: Starting August 21-22, 2025, “Kickoff Classic” games and featured broadcasts will air on both APT and WOTM.TV.
• Live Streaming: All games will also be available through the NFHS Network’s digital platform for additional accessibility.

New Additions

Mickey Shadrix, a veteran broadcaster with over 25 years of experience, has joined WOTM.TV as Director of Communications and Special Events to enhance the network’s event coverage. Shadrix celebrated this collaboration, saying, “This expansion provides unparalleled opportunities to highlight Alabama’s high school athletes.”

Looking Ahead

Mark your calendars for the 2025 AHSAA Kickoff Classic. Football fans across Alabama can gear up for an exciting season beginning in August as APT ushers in this expanded coverage.

For real-time updates, game schedules, and more, visit WOTM.tv

FEATURED IMAGE: Houston Academy takes on Mars Hill Bible in the 2024 AHSAA Super 7 Championships at Birmingham’s Protective Stadium (Brant Berry | PrepsNet)