Football

Green Bulldogs Gear Up for 2026 Football Season

A preview of the schedule, playoff path and 2025 recap

The Green Bulldogs will kick off the 2026 high school football season on August 21, marking the start of a campaign that follows a 6‑6 finish the previous year. The team enters the season under the guidance of a coaching staff eager to build on recent progress.

Their schedule features a mix of familiar rivals and new challenges, with games slated against Indian Valley, Tallmadge, North Olmsted, Hoover, Jackson, Canton McKinley, GlenOak, Louisville, Perry and Lake.

2026 Schedule Overview

Each opponent presents a distinct test, from the high‑powered offense of Tallmadge to the defensive grit of Hoover, shaping a season that will determine the Bulldogs' postseason eligibility.

Postseason Outlook

The Bulldogs are placed in Division II, Region 7 for the playoffs, with the state tournament set to begin on October 30, 2026. The championship games are scheduled for early December at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton, providing a clear target for the team's ambitions.

2025 Season Recap

In 2025 the Bulldogs posted a 6‑6 record, securing wins over Tallmadge, GlenOak, Louisville, Perry and Lake while dropping games to Indian Valley, Painesville Riverside, Hoover, Jackson and Canton McKinley. Their efforts earned a berth in the Division II playoffs, where they defeated Garfield Heights before falling to Austintown Fitch.

Looking ahead, the coaching staff emphasizes consistency on both sides of the ball, aiming to translate early-season momentum into deeper playoff runs. The upcoming schedule offers ample opportunity to fine‑tune strategies ahead of the October postseason kickoff.

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