2026 Gaylord Herald Times Football Preseason Preview: Top Players to Watch
A look at the key returning athletes shaping the upcoming season, their roles on offense and defense, and the opening matchup schedule.
Aug 27, 2026
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Cheboygan Football Faces a Pivotal 2026 Season Without a Varsity Team
The Cheboygan varsity football team has been canceled for 2026, but a slate of five key regional games will shape the area's football landscape, featuring long‑standing rivalries and championship contenders.
Aug 18, 2026
Pellston Hornets Embrace Independence, Brett Bonter Leads the Charge
After departing the Ski Valley 8‑Player conference, the Pellston Hornets will operate as an independent football program in 2026. Senior quarterback Brett Bonter is poised to anchor both offense and defense, while the team navigates a challenging early road stretch and new matchups across Michigan's Upper Peninsula.
Aug 8, 2026
Gaylord High School Girls Soccer Captures Historic Double Title
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Gaylord Girls Soccer Eyes Historic Double After Big North Triumph
The Gaylord High girls soccer team captured its first Big North Conference title since 2002, boasting a 15‑2‑1 record and a perfect home streak, setting up a high‑stakes district rematch with Petoskey.
May 28, 2026
Onekama Baseball Advances After Pit Spitter Tournament
The Onekama baseball squad posted a 1-1 record at the Pit Spitter Tournament, defeating Ellsworth decisively while falling to Gaylord St. Mary. Key contributions from Andrew Hybza, Jake Brown and others set the stage for a pre‑district clash with Brethren and a possible District 106 semifinal against Frankfort.
May 26, 2026
District Pairings Set for Michigan High School Baseball and Softball Tournaments
As the 2025‑26 school year draws to a close, the Michigan high school baseball and softball districts begin May 26, featuring host sites in Gaylord and St. Mary, with semifinals and finals scheduled through May 30.
May 19, 2026
Jake Hockey’s Online Sting Operation Targets Predators in Michigan
A Traverse City man with over 250,000 followers uses decoy chats to expose would‑be abusers, but his tactics spark debate over safety and evidence quality.
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