# AHSAA school probation and recruiting violation appeals

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/ahsaa-school-probation-and-recruiting-violation-appeals
> Updated: 2026-08-24T23:07:24.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2.

The Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA) is managing disciplinary actions following recruiting violations. In late July, the AHSAA Central Board reviewed probation appeals from Mary G. Montgomery and Pell City high schools, both of which faced a 2026 postseason ban and coach suspensions.

By late August, Mary G. Montgomery High School moved forward with an appeal against its one-year playoff ban and restrictive probation. Principal David Diaz stated the school is not seeking to “minimize its responsibility” but is requesting the board consider specific circumstances and corrective measures. The AHSAA scheduled a special meeting for August 31 to hear the appeal in a closed executive session before a public vote.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-24: Mary G. Montgomery appeals AHSAA playoff ban

Mary G. Montgomery High School is appealing an AHSAA playoff ban and probation following a ruling of football recruiting violations.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mary-g-montgomery-appeals-ahsaa-playoff-ban

### 2026-07-28: Alabama High School Athletic Association holds All-Star games while reviewing school probation appeals

AHSAA hosted All‑Star basketball games on July 21 while Mary G. Montgomery and Pell City schools appealed probation and playoff bans before the Central Board.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/alabama-high-school-athletic-association-holds-all-star-games-while-reviewing-school-probation-appea

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