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After two season‑ending injuries, Elijah Owens returns to Indiana State as a team captain, leveraging his sideline observations and a strong bond with receiver KeShon Singleton to lead a roster rich with transfers and returning talent.
A look at the opening week of high school football in the Springfield region, highlighting key predictions, standout players and new coaching directions.
The 2025‑26 campaign will be remembered as one of the most dominant in Staunton Bulldogs history, featuring an 18‑game winning streak, a 29‑4 finish, a top‑five state ranking and Coach Ty Laux’s second consecutive Coach of the Year award.
After 26 seasons, Mark Heiderscheid steps down, reflecting on 401 wins, a state title, and the players who defined his legacy.
From dominant 9‑0 victories to tightly contested wins, the latest sectional pairings highlight the depth of talent across central Illinois as teams battle for a berth in the state championship.