The Hancock County Hornets are entering the new campaign with a sense of momentum after two consecutive eight‑win seasons, a milestone that has set the bar for expectations in the locker room and beyond.
A New Tempo for the Hornets
Coach Bobby Eubanks has made it clear that the team’s identity will be defined by speed and a relentless high‑tempo approach, a philosophy that players say is already taking shape in drills and scrimmages.
Defensively, the Hornets boast a unit that Eubanks describes as violent and effective, a combination that has the potential to disrupt opponents early and keep them on the back foot.
Quarterback Tripp Hager echoed the coach’s optimism, pointing to the work put in during the offseason and the squad’s focus on finishing games in tight moments as key ingredients for success.
Opening the Season
The Hornets open the year on Friday, August 21, when they travel to face John Hardin High School, a matchup that will serve as the first test of their new tempo and defensive schemes.
With a deeper playoff run as the ultimate goal, the team hopes that the early‑season battle will provide the spark needed to sustain their momentum through the schedule and, ultimately, into the postseason.