The summer provides any team with the opportunity to try new things, and especially to try new players.
Last year, the Benjamin Russell football team faced its fair share of ups and downs. The Wildcats ultimately ended the year with an overall record of 5-6, finishing 4-2 in Class 6A Area Region 3, which earned them a No. 3 seed going into the playoffs.
A name almost synonymous with Dadeville travels down Highway 280 and into a new role in the Alexander City school system.
In May of last year, Benjamin Russell baseball standout Gabe Benton was weighing his options on what sport he wanted to play at the next level. Ultimately, he chose to play baseball at Snead State in Boaz and now, a year later — Benton is seeing it all pan out.
The mission from the beginning was to always give back to the youth sports in the Alexander City community. And on Wednesday, the new Benjamin Russell coaching regime accomplished that feat.
Those in Alexander City know what former volleyball coach Pam Robinson means to Benjamin Russell High School.
It’s that time of the year when two high schools with a deep-seated rivalry take to the court to show who's the top dog.
The Benjamin Russell High School football team hosted a free youth camp for the future Wildcats. Each camper was led by the BRHS coaching staff and players in specialized drills.Â
The summer isn’t slowing down the Benjamin Russell varsity cheer squad.Â
Talk about a storybook ending to Cederian Morgan’s recruiting saga.Â
If the summer is any indication of what’s to be expected for the Benjamin Russell volleyball team — this season could be something special.Â
Wednesday was not only a big day for Cederian Morgan, but for the community as well.
Hear from five-star wide receiver and mother Cecily Lauderdale discuss his recruitment process a day before he announced his decision.Â
Take a look at some of the photos from Cederian Morgan's commitment ceremony. The five-star wide receiver announced his commitment to the University of Alabama in front of a packed gym in Alexander City.Â
The Swamp had its eyes on another Benjamin Russell standout, with Florida extending a scholarship to rising junior Kalib Spivey.Â
The wait is over and the day is finally here — Cederian Morgan is going to the University of Alabama.Â
Building team chemistry is a vital aspect of creating any type of cohesive team, regardless of the activity. In football however, team building is especially important, as each of the 11 players on either side of the ball has to trust and rely on each player to do their job effectively in or…
It’s no secret Benjamin Russell High School wide receiver Cederian Morgan has been blazing the recruiting trail, but his time to make a decision for the 2026 recruiting cycle is quickly coming to an end.Â
The Benjamin Russell softball team made it out to Jacksonville State University for a summer play date last week. During the three day tournament, the Wildcats came home with a perfect record, putting up some impressive statistics in the meantime.Â
Ranburne, Hanley and Greenville all fell victim to the prowess of the Benjamin Russell Wildcats girls basketball team on Thursday during a playdate at Southern Union Community College.
There are some big names on the Benjamin Russell football team heading into the 2025-2026 season. Players like Cederian Morgan, Kingston Preyear, BJ Bedgood and Kalib Spivey headline as some of the most notable players. However, here are some names poised for a breakout season.Â
There is no sign of slowing down for Benjamin Russell standout Kalib Spivey.Â
Now that there is a baseline, the next step is to get better through the summer.Â
From the Swamp to the Plains, Cederian Morgan is making his rounds.Â
Stop No. 3 for Benjamin Russell’s No. 1.Â
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