One of Alabama’s top high school football assistants will be close to accepting one of the state’s vacant head coaching jobs.
According to a report from AL.comback-to-back Alabama Class 4A state champion Jackson (AL) hired Saraland (AL) assistant coach Ryan Petit to become the program’s next head football coach. This hire is known as Little served as defensive coordinator at Jackson from 2018 to 2019, according to the report.
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“There are a few jobs across the state that you circle as a football coach,” Little said via the report. “Jackson has been around me for 20 years. I was able to be there with Coach Powell and I always hoped that one day I would have the chance to come back and lead this program. It’s exciting.”
Little takes over for Cody Flournoywho accepted the position of head football coach at Phenix City Central last month. It was at Jackson that Flournoy made his name as one of Alabama’s top head coaches compiling a 69-21 record, which included four double-digit winning seasons.
Jackson finished with a 13-2 record and as No. 10 in the state, according to the final Massey Alabama High School Football Rankings 2025.
Learn more about Jackson High School
Jackson High School, located in Jackson, Alabama, offers its students a diverse athletics program, including sports such as football, basketball, baseball, and volleyball. The school has a rich history in athletics, particularly football, where the Aggies have achieved notable success, including two state championships in 1979 and 2011. The school’s commitment to fostering athletic talent is reflected in its participation in various sports and active engagement with the community. With a current enrollment of approximately 320 students, Jackson High School emphasizes both academic and athletic excellence.
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