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Ohio High School Athletic Association

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Lockland High School Ends Football Season Amid Low Participation

The Lockland Local School District has canceled its football program for the fall after a meeting revealed minimal student interest. Under Ohio’s Student Athlete Mobility Act, affected players can transfer to neighboring districts, pending state approval.

Aug 5, 2026

2026 Ohio High School Football Season Kicks Off with New Rules and Coaching Changes

The 2026 Ohio high school football season officially opens with practice on August 1, followed by scrimmages through mid‑August and the first games on August 21. New coaching assignments, rule adjustments, and divisional shifts set the stage for a competitive season, culminating in state championships in Canton in December.

Aug 2, 2026

Lawrence County Football Teams Re‑Align for 2026 Season

Most Lawrence County programs return to Division V, with Chesapeake Panthers back in the division after a brief stint in Division VI, while Rock Hill remains the only team in Division VI. Key matchups and a five‑star recruit headline the upcoming season.

Jul 27, 2026

Girls Flag Football Surges in Ohio, Opening College Pathways

The Ohio High School Athletic Association’s recent sanctioning of girls flag football is reshaping high school sports, giving athletes such as CC Alley and Kennedy Ross a direct route to college scholarships and inspiring programs across the state.

Jul 25, 2026

Crusaders Gear Up for 2026 Football Season

The Central Catholic Crusaders open their 2026 campaign on August 21, hoping to turn a tough 1‑9 season into a turnaround as they chase a state title in Canton.

Jul 6, 2026

2026 Ohio High School Football Season Kicks Off with Expanded Playoff Path

The 2026 Ohio High School Athletic Association football season is gearing up for a busy schedule that begins in early August and stretches into early December. Practice starts on Aug. 1, the regular season runs for ten weeks, and the playoffs will culminate in Canton from Dec. 3‑5, where defending champions across seven divisions will be crowned. In 2025, 16 Stark County-area teams advanced to the state playoffs, highlighting the region’s depth.

Jul 1, 2026

OHSAA fines Olentangy $10,000 over bylaw violation involving MC Walker

The Ohio High School Athletic Association imposed a modest sanction on Olentangy Local Schools after an investigation centered on standout player MC Walker, who helped the Orange secure an unbeaten state title and now looks ahead to his freshman season at Ohio University.

Jun 27, 2026