A Fresh Start for Mosinee
The Mosinee Indians open the 2026 Friday night football season with a marquee matchup against the Stratford Tigers. At the helm of the Indians, first‑year head coach Kevin Sanchez brings a blend of track and field discipline and four years of varsity football assistance to the role. Sanchez, who has spent the last three seasons shaping the school’s track program, replaces former two‑way standout Treve Stoffel, now competing for the Wisconsin Badgers.
Sanchez’s philosophy centers on building a solid foundation through fundamentals before unleashing high‑octane play. He believes that a measured approach to games will foster player development and ensure that each athlete enjoys a positive experience on the field.
Stratford’s Quest for Redemption
On the other side of the field, the Stratford Tigers pin their hopes on senior quarterback Kolton Hupt. After Brady Berg’s graduation, Hupt steps into the starting role, bringing a reputation for relentless work ethic and the ability to evade defenders. His natural athleticism and knack for creating yards after contact have already made him a focal point of the Tigers’ offense.
Hupt’s leadership is seen as the catalyst for restarting Stratford’s state championship streak. The team enters the season with a chip on its shoulder, determined to prove that last year’s near‑miss was only a stepping stone toward another title run.