Class 5A baseball: Faith Academy knocks off American Christian for title

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Faith Academy celebrates a state championship win over American Christian after an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
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Faith Academy celebrates a state championship win over American Christian after an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy celebrates a state championship win over American Christian after an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy celebrates a state championship win over American Christian after an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy celebrates a state championship win over American Christian after an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy celebrates a state championship win over American Christian after an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy celebrates a state championship win over American Christian after an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy preps for the celebration during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 3 against American Christian at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy celebrates a state championship win over American Christian after an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy celebrates a state championship win over American Christian after an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy celebrates a state championship win over American Christian after an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy celebrates a state championship win over American Christian after an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy celebrates a state championship win over American Christian after an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy celebrates a state championship win over American Christian after an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy shakes hands with American Christian after an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy celebrates a state championship win over American Christian after an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy celebrates a state championship win over American Christian after an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy celebrates a state championship win over American Christian after an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy celebrates a state championship win over American Christian after an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy celebrates a state championship win over American Christian after an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy celebrates a state championship win over American Christian after an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy celebrates a state championship win over American Christian after an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy celebrates a state championship win over American Christian after an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy celebrates a state championship win over American Christian after an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy celebrates a state championship win over American Christian after an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy celebrates a state championship win over American Christian after an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy shakes hands with American Christian after an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy celebrates a state championship win over American Christian after an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy celebrates a state championship win over American Christian after an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy celebrates a state championship win over American Christian after an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy celebrates a state championship win over American Christian after an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy begins to celebrate during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 3 against American Christian at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
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Faith Academy's Tucker Richardson knocks in a run late against American Christian during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 3 at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
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American Christian's Cal Wade celebrates an RBI single against American Christian during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 3 at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
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Faith Academy's Lathan Boddie come off after the sixth having gotten out of a bases-loaded jam against American Christian during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 3 at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
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American Christian's Hudson McComb pitches against Faith Academy during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 3 at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
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Faith Academy's Lathan Boddie pitches against American Christian during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 3 at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy's Lathan Boddie pitches the final inning of the season against American Christian during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 3 at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
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Faith Academy's Brodie Wilson celebrates with his teammates after his home run against American Christian during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 3 at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
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Faith Academy's Braydon Wright celebrates his 3-run home run against American Christian during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 3 at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
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Faith Academy's Braydon Wright celebrates his 3-run home run against American Christian during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 3 at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy's Braydon Wright celebrates his 3-run home run against American Christian during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 3 at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

American Christian's BJ Garth pitches against Faith Academy during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 3 at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
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American Christian's Caleb McAusland grimaces as a high pitch comes uncomfortably close to his face during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 3 against Faith Academy at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
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American Christian's Hunter Elmore scores past Faith Academy's Eli Quinley during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 3 at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
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Faith Academy's Tucker Richardson singles in an RBI against American Christian during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 3 at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
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Faith Academy's Grayson Finch walks off after a 1-2-3 inning against American Christian during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 3 at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
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Faith Academy's Brodie Wilson scores on an unstable tarp against American Christian during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 3 at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy's Grayson Finch pitches against American Christian during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 3 at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy's Collin Hall singles in a run against American Christian during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 3 at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy's Braydon Wright gets props from teammates after scoring during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 3 at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
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American Christian's Hunter Elmore scores past Faith Academy's Eli Quinley during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 3 at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy's Braydon Wright scores with a smile against American Christian during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 3 at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

American Christian watches Faith Academy’s offense during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 3 at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy's Wyatt Lloyd looks to the outfield during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 3 against American Christian at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
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American Christian cheer during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 3 against Faith Academy at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy's Braydon Wright throws to first base for an out against American Christian during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 3 at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

American Christian cheers from the dugout against Faith Academy during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 3 at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy coach Matt Seymour argues a safe at the pate call for American Christian during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 3 at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

American Christian's Hudson McComb singles in a run against Faith Academy during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 3 at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy's Braydon Wright scores with a smile against American Christian during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 3 at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

American Christian tracks the game against Faith Academy during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 3 at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

American Christian coach Del Howell argues a call that sent a runner back to third base after an apparent score during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 3 at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy's Grayson Finch pitches against American Christian during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 3 at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

American Christian stays loose between innings against Faith Academy during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 3 at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

American Christian's Hunter Elmore collides with the umpire after a play at the plate during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 3 against Faith Academy at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

American Christian's BJ Garth pitches against Faith Academy during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 3 at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy's Christian Freeman celebrates a win during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 2 against American Christian at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
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Faith Academy's Christian Freeman celebrates a win during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 2 against American Christian at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy's Tucker Richardson saves a throw during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 2 against American Christian at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
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Faith Academy's Christian Freeman celebrates a win during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 2 against American Christian at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy cheers during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 2 against American Christian at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy's Christian Freeman pitches against American Christian during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 2 at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy coach Matt Seymour tracks his team during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 2 against American Christian at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy's Collin Hall single sin an RBI against American Christian during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 2 at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

American Christian's Hunter Elmore delivers the game’s first hit against Faith Academy during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 2 at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
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Faith Academy's Braydon Wright celebrates a clean inning against American Christian during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 2 at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
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Faith Academy's Collin Hall steals home on a double steal to give Faith Academy a 4-0 first-inning lead over American Christian during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 2 at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
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Faith Academy's Carlos Ortiz doubles to lead off the first inning against American Christian during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 2 at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
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Faith Academy's Carlos Ortiz celebrates his double against American Christian during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 2 at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

American Christian's Hunter Elmore celebrates a single against Faith Academy during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 2 at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
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Faith Academy's Riley WIlemon hits an RBI single against American Christian during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 2 at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy's Christian Freeman pitches to American Christian's Clayton Rice during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 2 at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

American Christian's Hunter Elmore pitches against Faith Academy during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 2 at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy fans cheer during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 2 against American Christian at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy's Tucker Richardson and Faith Academy's Mattox Diard celebrate Diard’s run in the first inning during an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 2 against American Christian at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy coach Matt Seymour and American Christian coach Del Howell visit with the umpires before an AHSAA Class 5A state baseball series, game 2 at Rudy Abbott Field at Jim Case Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala., Friday, May 22, 2026.
(Vasha Hunt | preps@al.com)

Faith Academy is the Class 5A baseball state champion after sweeping two games from defending champ American Christian Academy on Friday at Jacksonville State University.

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