URGENT UPDATE: Mark Hastings of the Addison Bulldogs has been named the Class 1A Coach of the Year by the Alabama Sports Writers Association, following an impressive season that saw the Bulldogs achieve significant milestones. This announcement was made earlier today, December 20, 2025, marking a momentous occasion for both Hastings and the Addison football program.
In his inaugural season, Hastings led the Bulldogs to an extraordinary record of 12 wins, the highest since 2016, and clinched a region title for the first time since 2018. The team not only set a new school record with 591 points scored throughout the season but also advanced to the Class 1A semifinals for the first time in nine years, before being narrowly defeated by top-ranked Wadley.
This recognition underscores Hastings’ remarkable impact on the team and the community. “To say Addison excelled under my leadership might be an understatement,” Hastings commented. “I’m proud of what our players and coaching staff have accomplished together.”
The announcement of the All-State football team and Coach of the Year selections comes at a time when local interest in high school football is surging. Fans are celebrating not just the accolades but the revival of a program that had seen its share of challenges in recent years.
The Alabama Sports Writers Association has recognized other outstanding coaches as well, including:
– Bryan Moore from Opelika for Class 7A
– Scott Basden from Muscle Shoals for Class 6A
– Seth Parker from Priceville for Class 5A
– Jeremy Vines from Bullock County for Class 4A
– Barrett Trotter from Bayside Academy for Class 3A
– RJ McDonald from Lanett for Class 2A
As communities rally around their local teams, Hastings’ achievement stands out as a beacon of hope and inspiration for aspiring athletes and coaches. The Addison Bulldogs are now poised for even greater success in the upcoming seasons, as they build on this historic year.
Stay tuned for further updates and highlights from the All-State selections and local high school football news. The excitement surrounding high school athletics continues to grow, and the future looks bright for the Addison Bulldogs under Hastings’ leadership.
