A Season of Growth
The Wayland Warriors closed out the 2025 campaign with a 3‑8 record, but the numbers barely capture the momentum they built after a winless start. The team won three of its final five games, including three shutouts during the early season, signaling a clear upward trajectory.
A Calendar Packed with Rivalries
The 2026 season opens at home against Hopkinton on Friday, September 11, reviving a long‑standing tradition that draws a packed crowd to the varsity field. The Warriors then travel to Ashland for a Tri‑Valley League clash on September 18 before hosting Newton South for a Dual County League game on September 25 at 7 p.m. A highlight of the schedule is the annual Domestic Violence Awareness Game on October 9 against Lincoln‑Sudbury, followed by a road matchup with Concord‑Carlisle on October 30. The year concludes with a historic Thanksgiving showdown at Weston on November 26.
Key Returning Talent
Returning standouts include running back Brajae Walton, tight end Alex Galper, and senior quarterback Mikey Johansson, who will anchor a senior‑heavy offense. Their experience and chemistry are expected to drive the team’s competitiveness throughout the demanding schedule.
Coaches and players alike say the blend of seasoned leadership and fresh energy positions the Warriors to contend for more victories in the coming weeks, turning last year’s modest gains into a genuine push for a winning record.