​MOBILE, Ala (WKRG) – Congratulations to Cottage Hill Christian Warriors sophomore wide receiver Aaron “Squirrel” Ward for winning Zaxby’s Player of the Week for Week 1 of the 2026 High School Season.Ward took two big plays totaling 90 yards for two touchdowns as the Warriors dominated the Millry Warriors 53-0 on the road.
WKRG celebrates National Dog Day (photos) WKRG’s Gabriella Genereaux was at Cottage Hill Christian’s football practice to present the award to Ward, who was then congratulated and swarmed by teammates.Ward and the Warriors take this Friday off before they prepare to play their rivals at home against the Mobile Christian Rams on Friday, Sept. 4.Copyright 2026 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WKRG News 5.