Dothan High School Student Section Recognized as Alabama High School Athletic Association’s Fan Challenge Winner

DOTHAN, Ala. – Dothan High School’s Student Section was recently recognized at the Alabama High School Athletic Association’s (AHSAA) Super 7 State Football Championships in Auburn, Alabama at Jordan Hare Stadium.

Dothan High School (DHS) Senior, Colin Groover, and Dothan High School Principal, Dr. Keith Bland, was presented with a banner to hang proudly at Dothan High School as well as a check for $1,000 to be used at DHS.

“This year, the student body has really come together and worked as one in our student section,” says Colin Groover, Dothan High School Senior and Student Section Co-Leader. “We all worked very hard to be able to win this challenge. We truly showed we were the best in Alabama and it paid off winning this challenge.”

The Bama Buzz announced that Dothan High School’s Wolfpack pride is electric and they demonstrated incredible organization, creativity, sportsmanship and support for their school shown in their video submission.

“We, at Dothan High School, have a spirit that is born from our pride in being part of such a great school and community.  Our positive spirit not only comes from our students but also our staff. We are so proud of the efforts of our student body to show the entire state that being a part of the pack is a special feeling that fosters our school spirit. As ALPHA wolves, we desire to establish a good name through our spirit, actions and service. We appreciate BhamNow for selecting Dothan High School as the AHSAA Fan Challenge winner for all classifications and all schools in the great state of Alabama. Go Wolves!” says Dothan High School Principal, Dr. Keith Bland. 

This was the first AHSAA Fan Challenge through a collaborative effort between AHSAA and The Bama Buzz to find the best student section in the state. 34 schools from across Alabama submitted videos showcasing their school’s all-star school spirit, sportsmanship, and creativity. Dothan High School moved into the final phase of the contest by being named the 7A Semifinalist.

“I was very excited to see our student section win this award.  They have put in a lot of hard work and this is certainly one of the best student sections I have witnessed over the years,” added Dothan City Schools Athletic Director, Jessica Noble.  

Watch Dothan High School’s submission below: