2026 Football Schedules Test Defending Champions’ Paths to Repeat
The 2026 high school football season presents a demanding slate for the six CIAC champions, blending historic rivalries with new playoff challenges.
Aug 3, 2026
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Terryville and Gilbert Forge Girls Soccer Co‑op to Preserve Programs
Facing dwindling rosters, the Terryville and Gilbert girls soccer programs have merged for the upcoming season under coaches Maggie Bossi and Jared Fritch, planning to host games at both sites and rebuild separate squads afterward.
Jul 28, 2026
High School Coaches Split on 7‑on‑7 Passing Tournaments
Summer 7‑on‑7 passing tournaments have become a staple across the U.S., sparking a debate among coaches about their impact on player development and team preparation.
Jul 26, 2026
CIAC Boys Soccer Preview: 2026 Title Defenses and Class Realignments
The 2026 CIAC boys soccer season will see reigning champions Staples, Simsbury, Tolland and Somers back in action, while Notre Dame‑West Haven and Xavier move up to Class LL, reshaping the competitive landscape.
Jul 24, 2026
Lyman Hall High School Launches Inaugural 7‑on‑7 Passing Tournament
The first ever 7‑on‑7 passing tournament hosted by Lyman Hall High School will feature 19 teams from 17 high schools, including a non‑CIAC participant, over a weekend of pool play and double‑elimination brackets.
Jul 24, 2026
CIAC Football Championships: A Historical Overview
An analysis of how Connecticut's six‑division football format shapes championship legacy, highlighting dominant programs and historic trends.
Jul 10, 2026
CIAC Unveils 2026 Football Divisions as Local Teams Gear Up for New Season
The Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Conference announces a six‑division format for 2026, reshaping playoff paths for local high schools while the Boston Red Sox showcase a historic rookie pitching trio and a new women’s baseball league prepares to launch.
Jul 10, 2026
CIAC Announces Major Realignment for 2026 High School Football Season
The Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Conference has unveiled a six‑division alignment for the upcoming 2026 football season, reshaping the competitive landscape for dozens of schools across the state.
Jul 7, 2026
Shannon James Returns to Connecticut as Manchester High School Head Coach
Shannon James, a Bunnell High School and UMass alum who played in the NFL and CFL, has been named head coach at Manchester High School. He brings extensive playing and coaching experience, a deep community connection, and a focus on fundamentals to a program seeking momentum after a down season.
Jun 20, 2026
New Fairfield Claims First CIAC Class M Baseball Title
New Fairfield captured its inaugural CIAC Class M baseball title with a decisive 5-1 win over Ansonia at Palmer Field, driven by standout performances from pitcher Andrew Dossena and a clutch sixth‑inning rally.
Jun 14, 2026
St. Paul Secures Back‑to‑Back CIAC Class S Crown in Thrilling 9‑Inning Battle
St. Paul’s baseball team clinched its second consecutive CIAC Class S championship, rallying in the final inning to defeat Stonington after a tightly contested game.
Jun 14, 2026
Staples Secures CIAC Class LL Baseball Championship in Thrilling 3-2 Victory
Staples defeated Trumbull 3-2 in eight innings, highlighted by a seventh‑inning home run and a game‑winning infield hit.
Jun 13, 2026
CIAC Class L Baseball Championship Delayed by Storm, Set to Resume Sunday
Thunderstorms forced a postponement of the CIAC Class L championship game between Bethel and Lyman Hall on Friday night at Palmer Field. The contest will restart Sunday at noon, with key players poised to make an impact.
Jun 13, 2026
Masuk Moves Past Bristol Eastern into Semifinals
In a tightly contested CIAC Class L quarterfinal, Masuk edged Bristol Eastern 3-1, advancing to the semifinals with a 15‑8 record while ending Eastern's 12‑11 season.
Jun 7, 2026
Dual‑Sport Champion Iyanna Sheets Highlights Growing Flag Football Debate in Connecticut
Iyanna Sheets captured two track titles and led her flag football team to a state crown, sparking a conversation about the sport’s future in Connecticut’s high schools.
Jun 3, 2026
Dual‑Sport Star Iyanna Sheets Balances Track Glory and Flag Football Ambitions
Junior Iyanna Sheets captured two state titles in 48 hours, sparking conversation over whether flag football should gain varsity recognition in Connecticut.
Jun 3, 2026
Eastern Baseball Rolls Past Wolcott Tech, Eyes Quarterfinal Showdown with Masuk
The Bristol Eastern baseball team defeated Wolcott Tech 14‑4 in the CIAC Class L Tournament, advancing to face Masuk on Saturday.
Jun 3, 2026
CIAC Baseball Tournament: Upsets and Standout Performances in Second Round
Several underdog teams pulled off surprising wins, while top conferences flexed their depth as the CIAC baseball tournament moves toward its next stage.
Jun 3, 2026
Plainville and Manchester Capture 2026 CIAC Flag Football Titles
Plainville, in its inaugural season, routed East Windsor 25‑0 for the Class M crown, while Manchester repeated as Class L champions with a 26‑0 win over Windsor, highlighting emerging talent and strategic refinements.
Jun 1, 2026
Plainville and Manchester Capture CIAC Girls Flag Football State Titles
Plainville and Manchester secured dominant shutout victories in the CIAC girls flag football state championships, highlighting the conference's expanded format and the growing momentum of girls' flag football.
May 31, 2026
Griswold Baseball Team Turns Season Around with Late‑Season Surge
After a dismal opening stretch, the Griswold Wolverines rallied under Coach Tim Lake, securing a spot in the Eastern Connecticut Conference tournament and the CIAC Class M state tournament. Key performances from pitchers Kymani Boyce, Caleb Dutrumble and Mikel Brockway, along with offensive bursts from Anthony Rackcliff, fueled a six‑win stretch that revived the program’s historic momentum.
May 28, 2026
CIAC Overhauls Soccer Tournament Seeding for Fall Season
The CIAC’s new seeding formula, which incorporates strength of schedule, aims to produce fairer tournament brackets for boys and girls soccer this fall.
May 22, 2026
CIAC reshapes soccer tournament seeding with strength‑of‑schedule formula
The Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Conference (CIAC) will replace its traditional winning‑percentage seeding with a strength‑of‑schedule model for fall soccer tournaments, aiming to improve matchups and boost participation, especially in the girls’ Class S division.
May 22, 2026
CIAC Revises Seeding Formula for 2026 Soccer Tournaments
The Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Conference announces a revised seeding approach for the 2026 boys and girls soccer tournaments, aiming to create more balanced brackets and ensure stronger teams meet later in competition.
May 21, 2026