Morgan Academy is being rewarded for having its best football season since 2005.

Seven players and three cheerleaders, as well as coach Josh Thacker and cheerleading coach Alex Harrelson will represent Morgan Academy in the 2018 All-Star Football Classic on Nov. 30 at 6:30 p.m. in Montgomery’s Cramton Bowl.

Linebacker Mason Perkins, strong safety Ed Williams, wide receiver Hardin Utsey, linebacker Pierson Atchison, defensive tackle Taylor Henderson, wide receiver Dione Allen all were selected. Safety Taylor Jones who was selected as an alternate.

Morgan Academy cheerleaders making the squad are Peyton Ellen Granthum, Mary Margaret Beers and Mary Carolyn Haugen.

Thacker will serve as offensive coordinator in the All-Star contest between East and West. Harrelson will be one of the cheerleading coaches.

It’s the most participation for Morgan Academy in the AISA All-Star game since 2005. Thacker said it was great to see the Senator players and cheerleaders get rewarded for a strong year. Morgan Academy went 9-3 this season.

“The players worked hard this year,” Thacker said. “Being in the All-Star game is something the kids strive for and it’s a lot of pride for them. It’s a testament to our kids. All except Dione, have been at Morgan Academy their whole lives.”

Harrelson is in her fifth year as Morgan Academy’s cheerleading coach and thrilled at their success. Morgan Academy cheerleaders won the East AISA championship during the summer.

“The three seniors–Granthum, Beers and Haugen­– all tried out to be on the AISA All-Star squad and only 24 were chosen,” Harrelson said. “All three made the squad. This is a big accomplishment for them and Morgan Academy.”

Thacker, also Morgan Academy’s Athletic Director, praised Harrelson’s leadership and dedication.

“The cheerleaders and Alex both did a great job this season,” Thacker said. “They won back to back state championships.”