Hazel Green 2025-26 Season Preview

Hazel Green has long been a 6A powerhouse in Alabama girls' basketball, and last season's run toward a championship was cut short by the eventual title winners. With a new head coach and roster adjustments, the Trojans are ready to prove they belong at the top. All eyes will be on [player_tooltip player_id='1253064' first='Madison' last='Eddings'], whose dominance in the paint on both ends — scoring, rebounding, and protecting the rim — sets the tone for Hazel Green. [player_tooltip player_id='981034' first='Kristen' last='Johnson'] adds versatility and athleticism, crashing the boards, finishing in traffic, and stretching the floor, while [player_tooltip player_id='520231' first='Sloan' last='Williams'] brings explosive scoring, quickness, and energy that elevates her teammates every possession.    [player_tooltip player_id='1253064' first='Madison' last='Eddings'] | 6'4” Forward/Center | Class of 2026   [player_tooltip player_id='1253064' first='Madison' last='Eddings'] is a long, athletic forward/center who dominates the paint on both ends of the floor. At 6'4”, she combines size, length, and mobility to score efficiently inside, grab rebounds, and protect the rim. Eddings post moves are polished, and she finishes through contact with strength and touch, making her a constant threat near the basket.   Defensively, she's a game-changer. Eddings uses her length and timing to contest shots, block attempts, and alter offensive schemes, while her motor allows her to clean up boards and start fast breaks. She's comfortable running the floor in transition, turning defensive plays into scoring opportunities.   [player_tooltip player_id='1253064' first='Madison' last='Eddings'] is a dominant presence front-to-back — a high-upside big who impacts every possession and continues to rise as one of the top prospects in her class.     [player_tooltip player_id='981034' first='Kristen' last='Johnson'] | 5'8” Guard/Forward | Class of 2026 | Florida A&M Commit   [player_tooltip player_id='981034' first='Kristen' last='Johnson'] is a versatile and athletic forward who makes her presence felt on both ends of the floor. At 5'8”, she combines length, strength, and mobility to score efficiently in the paint, rebound at a high rate, and defend multiple positions. Johnson's ability to face up, attack the basket, and finish through contact makes her a consistent scoring threat.   Defensively, she uses her size and instincts to contest shots, protect the rim, and clean the glass. Johnson is active in transition, turning defensive stops into offensive opportunities, and her high motor sets the tone for her team.   [player_tooltip player_id='981034' first='Kristen' last='Johnson'] is a game-changer on both ends — a forward who stretches the floor, crashes the boards, and elevates her teammates with every play. Her combination of skill, athleticism, and basketball IQ makes her a player defenses have to account for every possession.      [player_tooltip player_id='520231' first='Sloan' last='Williams'] | 5'7” Guard | Class of 2026   [player_tooltip player_id='520231' first='Sloan' last='Williams'] is a dynamic and explosive guard who can take over a game in a variety of ways. At 5'7”, she combines quickness, strength, and skill to attack the rim, create off the dribble, and finish through contact. Williams' ability to score from all three levels makes her a constant threat for opposing defenses.   She's more than just a scorer — Williams' vision and decision-making allow her to create opportunities for teammates, and her energy on both ends sets the tone for the entire team. On defense, she applies pressure, disrupts passing lanes, and forces turnovers that fuel fast-break opportunities.   [player_tooltip player_id='520231' first='Sloan' last='Williams'] elevates everyone around her — a true team player whose skill, effort, and leadership make her the engine of her squad and a game-changer in every matchup.     Jurnee Moore | 5'5” Guard | Class of 2026   Jurnee Moore is a lightning-quick and highly skilled guard who controls the game with speed, vision, and confidence. At 5'5”, she uses her first step to attack the rim, break down defenses off the dribble, and create scoring opportunities from all three levels. Moore's scoring ability is matched by her precision passing, making her a true dual threat on offense.   Defensively, she's relentless — applying full-court pressure, reading passing lanes, and generating turnovers that fuel fast breaks. Moore's energy and competitiveness set the tone for her team, and her poise in pressure situations gives teammates a reliable leader to follow.   Jurnee Moore elevates everyone around her — a true floor general whose skill, toughness, and leadership make her a central piece of any team's success.     Danila Butterfield | 5'6” Guard | Class of 2028   Danila Butterfield is a tough and explosive guard who impacts the game on both ends of the floor. At 5'6”, she plays with strength and aggressiveness, finishing strongly in the paint, especially in transition, and consistently creating turnovers with her active hands and quickness. Butterfield's defensive intensity sets the tone for her team, while her ability to drive to the rim and convert around the basket makes her a reliable scoring threat.   This season, her team will be looking for her to take an even bigger role. Danila Butterfield elevates those around her — a high-energy guard whose effort, finishing ability, and defensive presence make her a difference-maker on every possession.    Hazel Green's trio of impact players gives the Trojans a blueprint for success. With Eddings controlling the paint and igniting fast breaks, Johnson attacking the basket and creating opportunities from all over the floor, and Williams pushing the pace, scoring from anywhere, and leading with energy, Hazel Green has all the tools to make another deep run. If this trio performs at their potential, the Trojans won't just compete — they'll set the standard for 6A girls' basketball in Alabama.

Hazel Green has long been a 6A powerhouse in Alabama girls' basketball, and last season's run toward a championship was cut short by the eventual title winners. With a new head coach and roster adjustments, the Trojans are ready to prove they belong at the top. All eyes will be on Madison Eddings Madison Eddings 6'3" | C Hazel Green | 2026 AL , whose dominance in the paint on both ends — scoring, rebounding, and protecting the rim — sets the tone for Hazel Green. Kristen Johnson Kristen Johnson 5'8" | CG Hazel Green | 2026 State AL adds versatility and athleticism, crashing the boards, finishing in traffic, and stretching the floor, while Sloan Williams Sloan Williams 5'7" | PG/CG Hazel Green | 2026 State AL brings explosive scoring, quickness, and energy that elevates her teammates every possession.