Anderson senior cornerback Ace Alston named a Navy All-American

Ace Alston, a senior cornerback at Anderson High School and a committed recruit to Notre Dame, has been named a Navy All-American. The honor comes with an invitation to play in the 2027 Navy All-American Bowl on January 9, 2027, in San Antonio, Texas, which will be broadcast on NBC. Alston is the sole Ohio player on the roster for the prestigious game.

This recognition comes after he was honored at an Oct. 6 ceremony by the Navy, with representatives welcoming him to the roster. Alston, who is a four-star recruit according to 247 Sports and the nation's No. 10 cornerback in the Class of 2027, is known for his exceptional work ethic and dedication to improving his game. He often practices late at night at Brown Stadium with his father, demonstrating an incredible commitment to his sport.

Athletic Director Chris Newton and head coach Evan Dreyer have praised Alston's remarkable work ethic and his respectful demeanor both on and off the field. Alston has been to two Notre Dame games this season and expressed his excitement about attending the Navy All-American Bowl. While he plans to graduate early and move to South Bend in January, his primary focus remains on leading his team to a Division II state championship this season. He has already helped the Raptors reach the Division II state final for the last two seasons.