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Huffman High School’s Carlos Smith Jr. Wins Esports State Championship for Madden ’26
BIRMINGHAM TIMES — Huffman High School senior Carlos Smith Jr. makes school history as the AHSAA Class 1A-7A Spring Esports State Champion for Madden ’26.
By Birmingham City Schools | The Birmingham Times
Huffman High School senior Carlos Smith Jr. is the AHSAA Class 1A-7A Spring Esports State Champion for Madden ’26, the first in school history.
Smith bested Maximus Murrah of Sheffield High School by a score of 49-42 for the championship. Playing as the Philadelphia Eagles, Smith scored a touchdown in with less than a minute to play to claim the victory over Murrah, who controlled the Baltimore Ravens.
The senior also excels in the classroom with a 3.8 GPA. He is a member of the Student Government Association, National Honor Society, the Vikings bowling team and the Peer Peace Board, and he serves as a senior ambassador.
Under Coach Justin Hackett, Carlos Huffman Jr. has enjoyed success in esports. (Birmingham City Schools)
Under Coach Justin Hackett, Huffman has enjoyed recent success in Esports. Earlier this school year, Class of 2026 graduate Robert Miller secured an Esports scholarship from the University of Montevallo.
Colleges across the country offer tens of millions of dollars in esports scholarship money, with more being added every year.
The championship also marks back-to-back state champions for Birmingham City Schools, as Wenonah’s Amari Megginson, who won the Fall 2026 Esports Championship, ironically playing as the Ravens and beating the Ravens.
Esports competition is rooted in technology. Research has found a large crossover between esports players and STEM interests. In fact, more than 50% of aspiring esports students pursue college majors in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) category.
Esports are co-ed, inclusive, and engage students who might not otherwise participate in other school activities or athletics.
Participation in esports follows the same strict scholastic requirements as any other high school sport. Teachers and parents both report renewed interest in schoolwork and an improvement in student grades as a result of participation.
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Celebrating Juneteenth – Frederick Douglass on education and resistance
This video from BlackPressUSATV explores the significance of Juneteenth, focusing on the enduring wisdom of Frederick Douglass. It delves into his powerful perspectives on the vital role of education as a tool for liberation and empowerment. Douglass’s words are presented as a cornerstone for understanding the ongoing struggle for equality and the importance of continuous […]
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This video from BlackPressUSATV explores the significance of Juneteenth, focusing on the enduring wisdom of Frederick Douglass. It delves into his powerful perspectives on the vital role of education as a tool for liberation and empowerment. Douglass’s words are presented as a cornerstone for understanding the ongoing struggle for equality and the importance of continuous resistance against oppression.
The content highlights how education and active resistance are intertwined, drawing parallels from historical movements to contemporary challenges. This exploration of Frederick Douglass’s teachings offers valuable insights into the spirit of Juneteenth and its relevance in today’s fight for justice and human rights.
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Kansas City Launches Juneteenth Season with Parade Along 18th Street
THE COMMUNITY VOICE — Unlike last year, when rain forced organizers to cancel the parade, this year’s event enjoyed pleasant weather and helped launch another busy Juneteenth season in Kansas City’s historic 18th & Vine District.
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By The Community Voice
The Kansas City Juneteenth Parade returned to 18th Street on Saturday, June 6, drawing crowds for more than two hours of drill teams, dance groups, car clubs, Greek organizations and community entries. Spectators also got their first chance to experience the new 18th Street pedestrian improvements, with widened sidewalks and seating areas providing a front-row view of the festivities.
Unlike last year, when rain forced organizers to cancel the parade, this year’s event enjoyed pleasant weather and helped launch another busy Juneteenth season in Kansas City’s historic 18th & Vine District.
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