Williams To Join North-South All-Star Football Squad

Thompson High standout Korbyn Williams will play in Friday's game following roster changes in Mobile.

Updated on Sept. 30, 2026 in Football

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Thompson High School receiver Korbyn Williams has joined the 37-member North All-Star squad for the upcoming classic. The roster adjustment follows the withdrawal of punter Riley Harmon due to illness.

Why it matters

The North-South All-Star Football Classic showcases top talent from across the state, with teams currently preparing at the University of South Alabama. Weather concerns impacted early training, forcing the cancellation of Wednesday afternoon practice sessions.

Korbyn Williams enters the roster after a notable state championship performance, where he recorded 4 touchdowns on 6 catches for 142 yards in a 49-24 victory.

The players

Korbyn Williams

He is a high school receiver from Thompson High School who recently joined the North All-Star squad.

Riley Harmon

He is a punter who withdrew from the North All-Star team roster due to illness.

AHSAA

The Alabama High School Athletic Association manages the rosters, schedules, and broadcasts for the state's athletic programs.

The details

Players have been conducting organized drills at the University of South Alabama to prepare for the contest at Hancock Whitney Stadium. The teams are scheduled to resume their preparations with two practice sessions on Thursday before the game kicks off.

Timeline

  1. Wednesday morning: Teams held initial practice drills.

  2. Wednesday afternoon: Practice session canceled due to weather.

  3. Thursday: Teams scheduled for two workouts.

  4. Friday 7 p.m.: North-South All-Star Football Classic kickoff.

Season Trajectory

This game represents the culmination of the prep football season for selected seniors across the state. The event serves as a high-profile platform for collegiate recruitment and provides a final opportunity for athletes to compete in an all-star format.

The game kickoff is set for 7 p.m. Friday at Hancock Whitney Stadium. Local fans can access the event broadcast through the NFHS Network and the AHSAA TV Network.

The takeaway

The game provides a vital showcase for graduating seniors looking to highlight their skills for college scouts. Fans should monitor local weather updates as the Friday kickoff approaches to ensure schedule stability.

Further reading

For more information on the regional schedule and player highlights, visit the Football section.

More information

View the NFHS Network subscription information to prepare for Friday's broadcast.

Source note: This article includes information reported by Ahsaa.

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