2026 Season Opener
The Malvern Hornets will kick off their 2026 high school football campaign on August 21, marking the start of a new chapter for the program as it aims to build on the momentum of the previous year.
The schedule features matchups against longtime rivals such as Trinity, McDonald, and East Palestine, as well as contests with Mogadore, Sandy Valley, Newcomerstown, Tuscarawas Central Catholic, Buckeye Trail, Strasburg, and East Canton, setting up a demanding stretch that will test the squad's depth.
2025 Season Recap
The Hornets closed out 2025 with a 7‑5 record, highlighted by victories over Valley Christian, Harrison Central, Tusky Valley, and a playoff win over Ashtabula St. John before a loss to Monroeville ended their run.
Defeats at the hands of Martins Ferry, Mogadore, Newcomerstown, and East Canton revealed both strengths and areas for improvement as the offseason progressed.
Playoff Outlook
The Ohio High School Athletic Association will open the 2026 state playoffs on October 30, with the championship games scheduled for December 3‑5 at the Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton, a venue that has become a focal point for the community's football tradition.
Fans and players alike are eager to see how the Hornets will translate their offseason work into on‑field success, hoping to extend the program’s recent resurgence and perhaps contend for a title in Division VII, Region 25.