2026 Class A Preview: The Southeast

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Get 30% Off Your Subscription with Code PRZWV30 at Checkout!</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":1} --> <h1 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>GREATER BECKLEY CHRISTIAN CRUSADERS</strong></h1> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>2026 OUTLOOK</strong></h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Biggest Losses:</strong> N/A</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Greater Beckley Christian will bring football back to the school in 2026 for the first time in two decades with head coach Brian Harmon leading the charge, giving the Crusaders a chance to build the program from the ground up. The team will compete in Class A and has a young roster that includes several players who are still learning the game, but there is plenty of athleticism and speed to work with. Greater Beckley will use its mix of varsity and JV games as an opportunity to develop the roster and establish an identity in its first season back. There will undoubtedly be some growing pains, but the Crusaders have a chance to lay the foundation for the program and show progress throughout the season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>2026 SCHEDULE</strong></h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>8/28: at Van<br>9/4: vs Expression Prep<br>9/11: vs Craig County (VA)<br>9/19: vs Sherman (JV) <br>9/28: at Meadow Bridge (JV)<br>10/12: at Richwood (JV)<br>10/19: at Liberty (JV)<br>10/23: vs Meadow Bridge <br>10/30: at Expression Prep</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2025 Record:&nbsp;</strong>N/A<br><strong>2026 Prediction</strong>: 5-4</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>PLAYERS TO KNOW</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2345563"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a89d2dfa1912"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>BREAKOUT CANDIDATE</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>There is plenty to like about the potential of 2028 Greater Beckley QB [player_tooltip player_id='2345563' first='JP' last='Southern'] as he gets back into football. Southern last played in the youth league in Summers County and now takes on the challenge of leading a brand-new Crusaders program at the high school level. The 5'9 150 quarterback has a strong arm, good poise, and the ability to stretch the field vertically, giving Greater Beckley a chance to create some big plays through the air. He is still learning the game at this level, but Southern is an intriguing young player to watch as the Crusaders build their program.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2345558"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a8dc0563e156"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>BREAKOUT CANDIDATE</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2345558' first='Javonte' last='Spencer'] gives Greater Beckley an intriguing athlete to work with as the Crusaders bring football back to the school. The 2028 WR is a 6'2 170 basketball standout who played middle school football at Oak Hill, and that athletic background should give him a good foundation as he transitions back to the football field. His length and athleticism give him the potential to become a big-play target, especially as he gets more comfortable with the position. Spencer is new to high school football, but he is one of the Crusaders' top athletes to watch as the program develops.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2345562"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a8dc0563e1a3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>BREAKOUT CANDIDATE</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Greater Beckley has some valuable football experience at receiver with 2028 WR [player_tooltip player_id='2345562' first='Keelan' last='Remy'], who played his middle school and freshman season at Oak Hill. The 6'3 195 athlete gives the Crusaders a big target on the outside and should help provide some familiarity for a young offense learning the high school game. Remy is also a basketball player at Greater Beckley, adding another layer to his athletic background and giving him plenty of natural tools to work with. His previous football experience should help him settle in quickly, and he has the upside to quickly become one of the Crusaders' top playmakers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2345567"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a89d2dfa1a11"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>BREAKOUT CANDIDATE</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Greater Beckley has a young back with the physical tools to make an immediate large impact in 2029 RB [player_tooltip player_id='2345567' first='Jabari' last='Spencer']. A member of the Class A state runner-up basketball team, Spencer brings a 6'1 190 frame and the athleticism to go along with it. He played middle school football at Oak Hill before making the move to Greater Beckley, so this won't be his first experience on the football field despite being new to it at the high school level. Spencer has the size and athleticism to be a tough runner to bring down and should quickly become a major part of the Crusaders' offense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2345568"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a89d2dfa1af4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>BREAKOUT CANDIDATE</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2029 RB/LB [player_tooltip player_id='2345568' first='Jacob' last='Martin'] is another first-year football player at Greater Beckley who could make an early impact for the Crusaders. Martin has never played the game before, but his 5'9 185 frame and natural speed give him a good athletic foundation to work from. There will be a learning curve as he gets accustomed to the sport, but his athleticism could allow him to pick things up quickly and earn a big role on both sides of the ball. He is a young player worth watching as Greater Beckley finds out what its athletes can do in year one on the football field.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2345574"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a8dc0563e281"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The Crusaders will have another big, athletic option in the backfield with 2029 RB/LB [player_tooltip player_id='2345574' first='Ashton' last='Tredway']. Tredway has the 6'0 200 frame to handle contact and speed to rip off some big runs, which gives Greater Beckley some intriguing potential in the running game this season with their bevy of backs. He is learning football for the first time, but his natural athletic ability gives him a chance to adjust quickly and be a key playmaker for the Crusaders. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>OTHER PLAYERS TO KNOW</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2345553' first='Koltin' last='Murphy'] - 2027 K</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2345575' first='Maddox' last='Helton'] - 2029 OL/DL</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2345577' first='Andrew' last='Dodd'] - 2029 OL/DL</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2345578' first='Hayden' last='Reed'] - 2030 OL/DL</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":1} --> <h1 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>GREENBRIER WEST CAVALIERS</strong></h1> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong><strong>2026 OUTLOOK</strong></strong></h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Biggest Losses: ATH Colton Dunbar - OL/DL Logan Berry - LB Emory Sanford - DB Kamden Sams </strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Greenbrier West is looking to build on a playoff appearance in 2025 after fighting through injuries and a difficult schedule last fall. The Cavaliers showed enough to reach the postseason but know they need to be more consistent, particularly in finishing games and executing late. The biggest question heading into 2026 will be at quarterback, where Scott McClung, Vaxton Vaughan, Hayden Holliday and Mason Ward are competing for the opportunity to take over the offense. With a close-knit group returning and plenty of competition for key roles, Greenbrier West has the pieces to make another playoff push if it can find consistency over four quarters.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>2026 SCHEDULE</strong></h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>8/29: at Wirt County<br>9/4: vs Summers County<br>9/11: vs Liberty<br>9/18: at Pocahontas County<br>9/25: vs Man<br>10/9: at James Monroe<br>10/16: at Montcalm<br>10/23: vs Tucker County<br>10/30: at Midland Trail<br>11/6: at Gilmer County</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2025 Record: </strong>4-7 (Playoffs Round One)<br><strong>2026 Prediction</strong>: 6-4</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>PLAYERS TO KNOW</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2345672"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a873e901f707"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>RETURNING STANDOUT</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A strong junior season on defense has 2027 Greenbrier West WR/DB [player_tooltip player_id='2345672' first='Shane' last='Plogger'] heading into his senior year as one of the Cavaliers' key two-way players. Plogger will continue working at strong safety while also giving the offense a reliable slot option. His track background shows up in the way he moves, giving him the speed and athleticism to cover ground in the secondary. Greenbrier West will need athletes like Plogger to step up across multiple phases, and he has the skill set to be a major contributor on offense this fall as well. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/ShanePlogger/status/2051441914298179877","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"x","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/ShanePlogger/status/2051441914298179877 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2126554"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a873e901f6cd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>RETURNING STANDOUT</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>An early-season injury greatly limited 2028 Greenbrier West RB/DB [player_tooltip player_id='2126554' first='Ben' last='Butler']'s sophomore season, but he still finished as the Cavaliers' second-leading rusher. Butler returns as the team's tailback and at bandit linebacker with a much bigger year coming. He is an explosive runner with good speed and burst who can hit a crease and take it the distance, while his elusiveness makes him tough to tackle in the open field. Butler is also a dangerous punt returner, giving Greenbrier West another way to get the ball in his hands, and he could have a huge year with a healthy season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src=u0022https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/23014623/69ae070bed1446812396ade4u0022 width=u0022640u0022 height=u0022360u0022 frameborder=u00220u0022 allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a8de1a678edd"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2345675"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a873e901f6ea"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>RETURNING STANDOUT</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Greenbrier West will have a physical presence up front with 2028 OL/DL [player_tooltip player_id='2345675' first='Colton' last='Caruthers'] leading the way on both sides of the line. Caruthers is a strong athlete who plays with an edge and isn't afraid of contact, whether he's working to open a running lane or fighting through blocks on defense. His powerful punch and willingness to finish plays make him a difficult matchup in the trenches, and that physical style shows up snap after snap. Caruthers has already been highly productive as a two-way lineman and should be one of the players setting the tone for the Cavaliers up front this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src=u0022https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/23016029/69c8188e6e0bbf9db233e3f3u0022 width=u0022640u0022 height=u0022360u0022 frameborder=u00220u0022 allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a8de1a678f8f"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>OTHER PLAYERS TO KNOW</strong></h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Scott McClung - 2029 ATH</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Vinson Vaughn - 2027 RB/LB</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Ty Pate - 2027 RB/LB</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Mason Ward - 2028 ATH</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Logan Burdette - 2028 OL/DL</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Aidan Palmer - 2028 OL/DL</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Karsten Burns - 2029 WR/DB</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2227983' first='Cooper' last='Judy'] - 2029 OL/DL</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Vaxton Vaughn - 2029 ATH</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Hayden Holliday - 2029 ATH</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":1} --> <h1 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>MEADOW BRIDGE WILDCATS</strong></h1> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>2026 OUTLOOK</strong></h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Biggest Losses: RB/LB Kaiden Sims - QB/LB Trip Roles - OL/DL [player_tooltip player_id='1326527' first='Nicholas' last='Hammons']</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Meadow Bridge is coming off an 8-4 season and enters 2026 with a chance to get back into the postseason after a first-round loss to Cameron last fall. The Wildcats will have some important pieces to replace, including quarterback Trip Roles and RB Kaiden Sims, but the returning group is strong and looks to continue that playoff momentum. Meadow Bridge expects to remain a physical team on the ground while also bringing more balance through the passing game with a new quarterback taking over. If the Wildcats can turn their offseason work into consistent play on Friday nights, they have the pieces to be a difficult Class A team to deal with and make another playoff push.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>2026 SCHEDULE</strong></h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>8/28: vs Montcalm<br>9/4: vs Pocahontas County<br>9/18: at Summers County<br>9/25: vs Valley<br>10/2: vs Clay-Battelle<br>10/9: vs Bland County (VA)<br>10/16: vs Richwood<br>10/23: at Greater Beckley Christian<br>10/30: at Mount View<br>11/6: at Craig County (VA)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2025 Record: </strong>8-4 (Playoffs Round One)<br><strong>2026 Prediction</strong>: 8-2</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>PLAYERS TO KNOW</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1154924"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a888e32af07a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>RETURNING STANDOUT</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Meadow Bridge is set to lean on 2027 RB/LB [player_tooltip player_id='1154924' first='Bow' last='Wykle'] much more on offense this season. Wykle rushed for 450 yards as a junior while also doing the dirty work as a blocker, and now steps into a larger role in the backfield after the departure of Kaiden Sims. He'll continue to be a standout linebacker, where Wykle earned First Team All-State honors last season. Wykle is a big, physical, and versatile player who will be involved all over the field and will be one of the best players in Class A again in 2026. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src=u0022https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/19870859/68efae6f3318bad43ecabf0eu0022 width=u0022640u0022 height=u0022360u0022 frameborder=u00220u0022 allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a8de1a679051"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1155318"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a888e32af0a3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>RETURNING STANDOUT</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Meadow Bridge has a proven playmaker on the outside in 2027 WR/DB [player_tooltip player_id='1155318' first='Trent' last='Roles'], who is coming off a productive junior season. Roles finished with 700 receiving yards and 13 touchdowns, earning Honorable Mention All-State honors while making the most of his opportunities in a run-oriented offense. His 6'1 185 frame and basketball background give him good length and athleticism to work with, and he should have even more chances to impact the passing game with a new quarterback taking over. Roles also brings value in the secondary, giving the Wildcats an experienced two-way player to lean on throughout his senior season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src=u0022https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/20006629/69b1abd7ff12b4387cb786d8u0022 width=u0022640u0022 height=u0022360u0022 frameborder=u00220u0022 allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a8de1a6790fa"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>OTHER PLAYERS TO KNOW</strong></h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1155302' first='Thomas' last='Gipson'] - 2027 WR/DB</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Isaac Black - 2027 WR/DB</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Jack Adkins - 2028 OL/DL</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Korey Reichard - 2028 TE/DL</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Logan Crowe - 2028 QB/ATH</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1971731' first='Kaiden' last='Toney'] - 2029 WR/LB</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>John John Akers - 2029 TE/DL</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":1} --> <h1 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>MONTCALM GENERALS</strong></h1> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>2026 OUTLOOK</strong></h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Biggest Losses: QB Landin Clower - WR/LB Jordan Price - WR/LB Korbin Nunn - RB Tyler Stevenson</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Montcalm enters 2026 with a clear goal after narrowly missing the postseason again last fall. The Generals went 4-6 in 2025, but there is a growing belief inside the program that this year's younger group can get over the playoff hump. Montcalm has spent the offseason emphasizing finishing games, taking care of the ball, and coming out on the right end of close games. The schedule will provide challenges, but if Montcalm can clean up the little things and develop its young talent, the Generals have a chance to finally break through and make their first playoff appearance in school history. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>2026 SCHEDULE</strong></h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>8/28: at Meadow Bridge<br>9/4: vs Galax (VA)<br>9/18: at Eastern Montgomery (VA)<br>9/25: vs Mount View<br>10/2: at Summers County<br>10/9: vs Phelps (KY)<br>10/16: vs Greenbrier West<br>10/23: at Bland County (VA)<br>10/30: at Richwood<br>11/6: vs Van</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2025 Record: </strong>4-6<br><strong>2026 Prediction</strong>:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>PLAYERS TO KNOW</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1582996"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a888e32af0ed"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>RETURNING STANDOUT</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Montcalm has an under-the-radar two-way player to watch in 2027 TE/DL [player_tooltip player_id='1582996' first='Jerran' last='Pendry']. Pendry brings good size and athleticism to both sides of the ball and should have a larger role on offense with the Generals replacing a significant amount of receiving production. He can be a useful target in the passing game while also giving Montcalm a disruptive presence along the defensive front. Pendry has the tools to create havoc for Class A offenses, and a bigger senior season could make him one of the names that begins getting more attention around the state at the small school level. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2132854"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a888e32af107"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>RETURNING STANDOUT</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Montcalm will have a proven target on the outside with 2027 WR [player_tooltip player_id='2132854' first='Donovan' last='Reed'], who enters his senior season after being one of the Generals' leading receivers last year. Reed caught 35 passes for 470 yards and two touchdowns as a junior, giving the Generals a reliable option they can lean on with a new quarterback taking over. His 6'2 frame and basketball background give him the length and body control to make plays over defenders, while his size can create issues on the perimeter for defensive backs. With Montcalm looking to replace some of its offensive production, Reed has a chance to become an even bigger part of the game plan this fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>OTHER PLAYERS TO KNOW</strong></h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1697675' first='Xavier' last='Willis'] - 2027 OL/DL</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Brelan Allen - 2028 WR/DB</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1624366' first='Aiden' last='Gauger'] - 2028 RB/LB</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Dylan Thompson - 2029 QB/ATH</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Meekah Carver - 2029 ATH</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":1} --> <h1 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>RICHWOOD LUMBERJACKS</strong></h1> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>2026 OUTLOOK</strong></h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Biggest Losses: RB/LB Corey Minter - WR/DB Lyndon Hunt - LB Jaden Jantuah - OL/DL Dylan Henline</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Richwood is coming off difficult back-to-back 0-10 seasons, but the Lumberjacks enter 2026 with hope that they can look much different. As one of the smallest football programs in the state, depth is always a challenge, making the return of key players across the roster especially important. Richwood has experience coming back at multiple levels of the team, giving the Lumberjacks a strong foundation heading into this season. They'll have a great opportunity to get back in the win column and show early that this group can take a step forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>2026 SCHEDULE</strong></h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>8/28: vs Webster County<br>9/4: at Calhoun County<br>9/11: at Mount View<br>9/25: vs Pocahontas County<br>10/2: vs Tygarts Valley<br>10/9: at Clay-Battelle<br>10/16: at Meadow Bridge<br>10/23: vs Gilmer County<br>10/30: vs Montcalm<br>11/6: at Valley</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2025 Record: </strong>0-10<br><strong>2026 Prediction</strong>: 3-7</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>PLAYERS TO KNOW</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2345744"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a8dc0563e3e7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>RETURNING STANDOUT</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Richwood will lean heavily on 2027 OL/LB [player_tooltip player_id='2345744' first='Chanler' last='Mullens'] as a senior leader up front, especially with several inexperienced linemen stepping into starting roles this season. Mullens is a weight room warrior, breaking all of the Lumberjacks' lift records as the strongest player in the program. He'll also make the move to linebacker on defense, giving Richwood an experienced player to help steady a young group up front. This is a big leadership year for Mullens, and his veteran presence will be crucial as the Lumberjacks try to turn things around.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src=u0022https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/23096360/68c9fd08a522c4831059a874u0022 width=u0022640u0022 height=u0022360u0022 frameborder=u00220u0022 allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a8de1a6792ab"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1624367"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a8dc0563e3ac"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>RETURNING STANDOUT</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With Richwood's top rusher graduated, 2027 RB [player_tooltip player_id='1624367' first='Fawkes' last='O'Dell'] has a chance to take over the backfield after showing plenty as the Lumberjacks' #2 option last season. O'Dell recorded 525 rushing yards and five touchdowns in eight games of available stats, giving him a solid foundation heading into his junior year. O'Dell runs with good balance and doesn't go down easily, often keeping his feet through arm tackles and contact while having the speed to break into the open field. He's a very good athlete and can carry them as a junior this year in the ground game. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src=u0022https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/23096491/6a8072c88a3b94ad414d76ffu0022 width=u0022640u0022 height=u0022360u0022 frameborder=u00220u0022 allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a8de1a67934f"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2345763"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a8dc0563e426"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>RETURNING STANDOUT</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Richwood has an experienced quarterback to build around in 2028 QB/ATH [player_tooltip player_id='2345763' first='Grady' last='Hall'], who is entering his third season as the Lumberjacks' starter. Hall took over as a 5'4 95-pound freshman and has grown into a smart, confident football player who understands the offense well. He threw for 700 yards and six touchdowns as a sophomore, and his experience is incredibly valuable for a Richwood team looking to get some wins this year. Hall will be a key returning piece of the Lumberjacks' offense this season and has a chance to take a big step forward as a junior.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>OTHER PLAYERS TO KNOW</strong></h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Travis Johnson - 2027 WR/DB</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2345747' first='Kaden' last='Lane'] - 2027 WR/LB</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Colton Hart - 2027 OL/DL</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Preston Boyce - 2027 ATH</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Parker Giles - 2028 WR</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Oliver O'Dell - 2028 OL/DL</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->