The End of an Era
The Kensington Lakes Activities Association (KLAA) is drawing to a close after the 2026‑27 school year, bringing an end to a decade‑long chapter that has shaped high school football rivalries across the region.
Predictions and Powerhouses
Coaches and analysts alike are already mapping out the storylines that will define the final campaign, with the Gold Division featuring Howell’s bid for a third consecutive league championship and the Blue Division poised for a showdown between Northville and Belleville.
Howell enters the season as the team to beat, having captured the past two league titles and riding a wave of confidence that many predict will carry them to a three‑peat, especially if they can topple Northville in the conference championship game.
Belleville, fresh off back‑to‑back Division 1 state championships in 2021 and 2022, is expected to finish second in the Blue Division poll, bolstered by standout recruits such as wide receiver Charles Britton III and quarterback Kendall Franklin, while linebacker Bryce Kish of Howell, a Clemson commit, is among the players to watch.
Key Matchups to Watch
The schedule highlights several marquee contests, including the season opener between Lake Orion and Northville on August 27, the early‑season clash of Belleville versus Howell on September 3, and the much‑anticipated Northville‑Belleville rivalry on October 10, all of which could shape the final standings.
Beyond the on‑field drama, the league’s upcoming transition to the Southeastern Conference next season will see traditional members such as Brighton, Canton and Plymouth join new divisions, signaling a fresh chapter for these programs.