Zay Hall Zay Hall 6'3" | 215 lbs | LB/DB Hillcrest-Tuscaloosa | 2026 State AL , an Alabama commit, is one of the centerpieces of Hillcrest’s defense.

“Hall is an athletic defender who can seriously hurt offenses in a variety of ways. Hall is dominant against the run- he flies downhill, fills in lanes, and racks up tackles at and behind the line of scrimmage. It’s rare to see opposing RBs get into the open field against him. Hall consistently creates huge problems for offenses up front.

Hall is just as effective against the pass; he’s a talented blitzer who can provide great coverage all over the field and make plays every down. It’s impressive seeing how well-rounded of a defender Hall is; his future at the high school and collegiate level is really bright.”

Zay has been incredibly reliable for Hillcrest’s defense the last few years. Hewitt-Trussville will have its hands full lining up against him; he’s a dynamic defender who can cause tons of issues against the run/pass.

Check out some of his clips from this past week:

Zay Hall Zay Hall 6'3" | 215 lbs | LB/DB Hillcrest-Tuscaloosa | 2026 State AL , an Alabama commit, is one of the centerpieces of Hillcrest’s defense.

“Hall is an athletic defender who can seriously hurt offenses in a variety of ways. Hall is dominant against the run- he flies downhill, fills in lanes, and racks up tackles at and behind the line of scrimmage. It’s rare to see opposing RBs get into the open field against him. Hall consistently creates huge problems for offenses up front.

Hall is just as effective against the pass; he’s a talented blitzer who can provide great coverage all over the field and make plays every down. It’s impressive seeing how well-rounded of a defender Hall is; his future at the high school and collegiate level is really bright.”

Hall is an every-down threat against the run and pass that Hoover won’t be able to ignore. I’ve been seriously impressed with Hall’s versatility/playmaking ability. We’ll have to look out for him this week.

Check out some of his clips from this past week:

Zay Hall Zay Hall 6'3" | 215 lbs | LB/DB Hillcrest-Tuscaloosa | 2026 State AL is a talented LB out of Hillcrest who’s set up for another big season in the 7A this fall.

“Hall is an athletic defender who can seriously hurt offenses in a variety of ways. Hall is dominant against the run- he flies downhill, fills in lanes, and racks up tackles at and behind the line of scrimmage. It’s rare to see opposing RBs get into the open field against him. Hall consistently creates huge problems for offenses up front.

Hall is just as effective against the pass; he’s a talented blitzer who can provide great coverage all over the field and make plays every down. It’s impressive seeing how well-rounded of a defender Hall is, his future at the high school and collegiate level is really bright.”

Last season, Hall recorded 40 tackles (2 for loss), 2 sacks, and one FF in just 7 games.

A little while back, Hall committed to Alabama!

Everyone should watch out for Hall this upcoming season; he’s a seriously talented defender with a big year ahead.

Zay Hall Zay Hall 6'3" | 215 lbs | LB/DB Hillcrest-Tuscaloosa | 2026 State AL is a hybrid LB out of Hillcrest who’s been incredibly reliable for his defense throughout his career.

“Hall is an athletic defender who can seriously hurt offenses in a variety of ways. Hall is dominant against the run- he flies downhill, fills in lanes, and racks up tackles at and behind the line of scrimmage. It’s rare to see opposing RBs get into the open field against him. Hall consistently creates huge problems for offenses up front.

Hall is just as effective against the pass; he’s a talented blitzer who can provide great coverage all over the field and make plays every down. It’s impressive seeing how well-rounded of a defender Hall is, his future at the high school and collegiate level is really bright.”

Last season, Hall recorded 40 tackles (2 for loss), 2 sacks, and one FF in just 7 games.

A week or so back, Hall committed to Alabama! I’m seriously looking forward to watching Hall’s career unfold- who doesn’t love a hometown hero story?

Look out for Hall this upcoming fall, and make sure you check out some of his tape below:

Zay Hall Zay Hall 6'3" | 215 lbs | LB/DB Hillcrest-Tuscaloosa | 2026 State AL is a talented LB/DB out of Hillcrest who has made a big jump, coming in as our #37 player in the state.

“Hall is an athletic defender who can seriously hurt offenses in a variety of ways. Hall is dominant against the run- he flies downhill, fills in lanes, and racks up tackles at and behind the line of scrimmage. It’s rare to see opposing RBs get into the open field against him, Hall consistently creates huge problems for offenses up front.

Hall is just as effective against the pass, he’s a talented blitzer who can provide great coverage all over the field and make plays every down. It’s really impressive seeing how well-rounded of a defender Hall is, his future at the high school and collegiate level is really bright.”

Hall has seen his recruitment open up a ton recently, picking up offers from Virginia Tech, James Madison, and Southern Miss!

Check out some of Hall’s junior tape down below:

Zay Hall Zay Hall 6'3" | 215 lbs | LB/DB Hillcrest-Tuscaloosa | 2026 State AL is a dominant LB/DB out of Hillcrest who had a massive season for their defense last fall.

“Hall is an athletic defender who can seriously hurt offenses in a variety of ways. Hall is dominant against the run- he flies downhill, fills in lanes, and racks up tackles at and behind the line of scrimmage. It’s rare to see opposing RBs get into the open field against him, Hall consistently creates huge problems for offenses up front.

Hall is just as effective against the pass, he’s a talented blitzer who can provide great coverage all over the field and make plays every down. It’s really impressive seeing how well-rounded of a defender Hall is, his future at the high school and collegiate level is really bright.”

Hall has seen his recruitment take off this past week, picking up offers from Virginia Tech, James Madison, and Southern Miss!

Check out some of Hall’s tape from last season and you’ll see why- he’s a talented defender with a huge year ahead:

Zay Hall Zay Hall 6'3" | 215 lbs | LB/DB Hillcrest-Tuscaloosa | 2026 State AL is a physical linebacker with a strong presence on the field. He showcases great closing speed, making him highly effective in blitzing and pursuit situations. Hall has a natural feel for the game, often positioning himself perfectly to disrupt offensive plays. His ability to cover ground quickly makes him a valuable asset in defending both the run and the pass. With continued development and refinement, Zay is a name that will undoubtedly rise on recruiting boards in the coming years.