The Assumption Knights finished the previous season with a 5‑4 record, a result that left them just outside the playoffs and sparked a renewed sense of purpose.
Head coach Nathan Gilbraith has built his preparation around a four‑quarter practice model, insisting that winning every drill in the gym will translate into winning every quarter on the field. To that end, the team opens the season with a gauntlet of district rivals, beginning with a home matchup against Geneseo and later facing Solon, both of which are expected to test the Knights’ readiness for central Iowa competition.
The roster features 11 seniors who blend the experience of older players with the energy of younger teammates, creating a chemistry that coaches say is already paying dividends. Senior standouts Peter Miller and Jacob Lane bring speed to the receiver corps and size to the offensive line, giving the Knights a physical edge that they hope to exploit against opponents.
Looking Ahead
With the early schedule designed to sharpen their mettle, the Knights enter the season confident that discipline, depth and a relentless work ethic will carry them through the challenges of district play and beyond.