The Carrollton Warriors are set to open the 2026 high school football season on August 21, marking the start of a new chapter for the program after a modest 4‑6 finish a year ago.
2025 Review
The Warriors closed out 2025 with a mix of hard‑fought victories and learning experiences. They opened the season with a narrow win over Edison, edging the Eagles 16‑14, and followed with a decisive triumph over Marlington, 24‑7. However, the schedule also brought tough tests, including a 23‑12 loss to East Liverpool and a 42‑18 setback at Cloverleaf. The team also fell to Akron Garfield, Alliance, Salem and West Branch, while picking up additional wins against Howland and Minerva.
Looking ahead, the 2026 slate features matchups against familiar foes such as East Liverpool, Edison, Cloverleaf, Claymont, Howland, Alliance, West Branch, Marlington, Salem and Minerva. Each game will test the Warriors’ ability to build on the progress made in the previous season.
Playoff Path
The Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) state playoffs are slated to begin on October 30, with the championship games scheduled for early December at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton. Competing in Division IV, Region 15, the Warriors will need to navigate a challenging bracket to reach the finals.
Coach and players alike are focused on turning the early‑season momentum into a deeper postseason run, hoping to translate the lessons from a 4‑6 record into a more competitive showing this year.