Macon East’s Jamya Powell Named 2026 AISA Basketball Player of the Year
Macon East Academy senior Jamya Powell, who led the Alabama Independent School Association in girls basketball with a dominant double‑double average of 22.8 points and 17.9 rebounds per game, has been named the 2026 AISA Basketball Player of the Year by the organization’s coaches.
The 5-foot-11 post player powered the Lady Knights to the quarterfinals of the Class A state basketball tournament, where they ultimately fell to Escambia. AISA all-state basketball selections are determined by ballots submitted by head coaches across the association.
Also recognized was Jamya’s teammate Addie Longcrier (5-3, G, Jr.), who earned All-AISA Honorable Mention for her strong season with Macon East.
Jamya capped off her standout year by being named MVP of the Blue Team at the AISA All-Star Basketball Game, further solidifying her place among the state’s top players.
Macon East Academy proudly celebrates Jamya and Addie for their outstanding achievements and the excellence they bring to Lady Knights basketball.
Macon East Academy proudly congratulates senior Jamya Powell on her commitment to Auburn University at Montgomery, where she will continue both her volleyball and academic career. A standout leader on and off the court, Jamya’s dedication, discipline, and work ethic have distinguished her throughout her high school career.
Macon East Academy was proudly represented at the State Spelling Bee, held at Vaughn Forest Church in Montgomery, by Halyn Wren, SJ Jemison, and Caroline Vocino, . All three contestants delivered an outstanding performance in a competition that tested skill and endurance, with each bee lasting nearly two hours.Halyn distinguished herself by advancing to the final four out of forty-five talented spellers from across the state – a remarkable achievement in such a challenging field.
The All-Star Game was held on Wednesday, February 3, at Cramton Bowl, where our Knights were also represented on the sidelines with Coach Lott serving as a coach for the East team.
Congratulations to Coach Codi Berry on reaching an impressive milestone—her 251st career win—capped off by a State Championship this year! 
Her success on the court is a reflection of the dedication, passion, and leadership she has poured into Macon East Academy athletics for the past decade.
Macon East Academy proudly congratulates Macon Hopson and Bryson Hood, who represented the school at the AISA State Spelling Bee for fourth- and fifth-grade students. Both students showcased their hard work and academic excellence on the state stage, and we are incredibly proud of their accomplishment!