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Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — The Orange Beach Makos Softball is back atop the rankings. MaxPreps, the leading online platform for high school sports coverage, and owned by CBS Sports, moved the team back to a familiar spot. This week, they rose to the top in the nation.

Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – Could it be the shot heard ‘round the world? In the environs of the Alabama high school softball world, it could be characterized as such. In 2021, a seventh-grade catcher stepped up to the plate trailing by a run in the bottom of the ninth of the Class 2A state championship. She promptly l

Gulf Shores, Ala. – (OBA) – Gulf Shores city schools are looking at making improvements at the city’s Sportsplex to expand facilities for the schools’ athletic teams. Those facilities will better accommodate baseball, softball, football, and soccer teams. Work will include new buildings as well as some renovations...

Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Orange Beach High School hosted a Signing Day ceremony for its senior softball players. The event recognized five Makos who committed to continuing their careers in college. School staff organized the program to highlight each senior. The purpose was to officially sign scholarship...

Oxford, Ala. – (OBA) – The Orange Beach Varsity Makos faced the Curry Varsity Yellow Jackets on Thursday evening in Oxford, Alabama, and triumphed, securing an epic fifth consecutive state softball championship. This latest victory ties an Alabama state record for most consecutive titles, further solidifying Orange Beach’s legacy as a powerhouse in high school softball.

Oxford, Ala. – (OBA) – The Orange Beach Varsity Makos powerfully announced their presence at the State Softball Tournament on Wednesday, securing three decisive victories and setting the stage for a fifth consecutive championship title. Their dominant performance saw them defeat West Blocton Varsity Tigers 15-0, Alexandria Varsity Valley Cubs 3-0, and Satsuma Varsity Gators 13-0, showcasing a potent combination of hitting and pitching prowess. The Makos will now compete for the championship crown at 5:00 PM today, Thursday.

Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – The Orange Beach High School softball team is once again proving why they’re a force in Alabama softball. The Makos clinched the 2025 South Regional Championship, earning a spot in the 4A State Tournament. With a proud legacy and high hopes, the team continues its pursuit of a fifth consecutive state title. Their momentum is strong heading into this week’s big games.

Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – Orange Beach will consider awarding a bid for installation of new lights on the baseball and softball fields at the Sportsplex. This will be in addition to new turf on both of those fields as well as the soccer/football stadium at the complex. The turf fields were added in 2023. The first artificial turf went in at the softball field, followed by the baseball field.

Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – The Orange Beach Makos softball team secured their fifth straight Class 4A Area 1 title with a dominant 10-0 victory over Satsuma High School on Monday, April 28th. This win continues their impressive streak of area championships since the program's inception.

Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – The City of Orange Beach kicked off its 2025 Baseball and Softball Season with a heartfelt tribute to longtime volunteer coach, David McLain. During the opening ceremony, Mayor Tony Kennon and the City Council surprised Coach McLain by dedicating Field 5 in his honor. Unaware of the plan, McLain read aloud the plaque's inscription at the center of Field 5, realizing the field now bears his name. He then threw the ceremonial first pitch, marking the official start of the season.

Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – Four standout players from Orange Beach High School's National Champion softball team have committed to new teams and schools at the collegiate level, marking a significant milestone for the program. The signings highlight the exceptional talent nurtured in this coastal Alabama community.

Coach Shane Alexander credited the team's work ethic and the exceptional coaching staff, highlighting the contributions of assistant coaches Jody Hodo, Katelyn Boyd-Carson, Sarah Hadder, and David McLain​ ​. With most players returning next season, the Makos are already setting their sights on a fifth consecutive state title, aiming to continue their legacy of excellence in Alabama high school softball.

The Orange Beach High School softball team had a scare involving one of its star players during state tournament play in Oxford on May 13. A bad hop caught shortstop Daigle Wilson in the face and broke her nose and is causing swelling. Wilson was on the field for about 30–45 minutes and was loaded on a board as a precaution since she suffered a head injury.

In a battle of top-ranked high school softball teams this past Friday night in Pace, Florida, the Orange Beach Makos shutout the Pace Patriots 2-0. The Makos' pitcher, Kaylee Favors, threw a dominant shutout, striking out 16 batters.

The Orange Beach High School Softball Team has caught the attention of several national polls this year. According to SBLive, a national sports news platform, the Makos are now the #1 team in the country. Another high school sports news outlet, MaxPreps has the team ranked in the Top 5 in the nation. Using any source, it is clear that the Makos Girls Softball is a national powerhouse.

The Orange Beach Makos Softball team's current record is an impressive 17-0 for the 2023-24 season, demonstrating their exceptional performance and dominance on the field. They've maintained a perfect winning streak, marking their journey with significant wins both at home and away. The team has outscored their opponents significantly with Kaylee Favors batting a .585 average. Daigle Wilson has stolen 30 bases and scored 34 runs. Ava Hodo puts the team over the top with a 26 RBI and a 1.2 slugging percentage.

In a thrilling match-up on the softball field, the #7 nationally ranked Orange Beach Makos Girls Softball Team secured a significant victory against the #5 ranked Pace Patriots last night in a 4 to 2 win at home. Both teams have shown exceptional skill and competitive spirit coming into last night’s game.

The Orange Beach High School Girl's Softball Team is off to a hot start to the season. They are currently ranked 1st in Alabama Division 4A. Sophomore Ava Hodo already leads the way with home runs for the season and has a .500 batting average.

Orange Beach welcomed home the high school softball state champions on Sunday, May 21 with a rousing celebration at the Performing Arts Center with coaches, fans, parents and city and school officials.