Hoban Prepares for 2026 Football Season with Strong Returning Core
Archbishop Hoban High School looks ahead to the 2026 campaign, highlighting returning stars, notable transfers and a challenging non‑conference schedule.
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Archbishop Hoban High School looks ahead to the 2026 campaign, highlighting returning stars, notable transfers and a challenging non‑conference schedule.

The South football team is entering a pivotal 2026 campaign, moving into a new league and division while integrating standout players such as Elijah Fitch and returning quarterback Luke Jensen. With a focus on reclaiming past glory, the Rebels are determined to work hard and control the line of scrimmage from day one.

The 2026 OVAC Rudy Mumley All‑Star Football Game introduces Instant Replay to sharpen calls, featuring veteran officials and a week of community activities.

The 2026 OVAC Rudy Mumley All‑Star Football Game will introduce Instant Replay technology, a $2 million refurbishment of the playing surface, and a full schedule of activities leading up to the July 15 contest at Wheeling Island Stadium.

The Ohio High School Athletic Association released its latest division alignments, moving several traditional powerhouses to new tiers and reshaping the path to regional tournaments.

A sweeping realignment of boys basketball divisions in Ohio’s high school sports landscape reshapes schedules, rivalries and playoff prospects for the upcoming 2026‑27 season.

The Ohio High School Athletic Association has announced a realignment that will see the Keystone and Amherst high school girls basketball teams compete in different divisions next season. Keystone is moving up from Division V to Division IV, while Amherst is sliding from Division II to Division III, bringing new challenges and opportunities for both programs.
The Dublin Scioto Irish will step up to Division I for the upcoming fall season, joining a statewide realignment that reshapes high school football across Ohio.
The Marion Star recognizes top performers from the 2026 baseball season, highlighting award winners and historic achievements across local teams.

Badin High School’s baseball team clinched its first state championship since 1996, defeating Bishop Watterson 7‑2 in the Division III final and ending a three‑decade title drought.

The Ohio High School Athletic Association’s baseball state tournament will culminate on Saturday, June 13, with two championship contests and two semifinal matchups at 7 17 Credit Union Park in Akron. All games will be streamed live on the NFHS Network, which offers flexible subscription plans for viewers.

Hamilton Badin defeated Bishop Watterson 7-2 in the OHSAA Division III state baseball final, securing its third title while denying Watterson a fourth championship.
The Tigers rallied in the fifth inning to secure a 2-1 win, avenging last year's title game and delivering a dramatic finish to a tightly contested state final.
Hiland overcame a two‑run hole, powered by a six‑run fourth inning and strong pitching, to secure a 7‑2 victory and set up a championship showdown scheduled for 10 a.m. on May 12.

The Dayton Dragons will welcome the 2026 Ohio High School Athletic Association state baseball tournament, featuring regional semifinals and finals for Division II and IV teams over three days at Day Air Ballpark.
With the OHSAA baseball postseason opening on May 21, central Ohio programs such as Olentangy, Licking Valley, and Newark Catholic are among the squads eyeing state titles, while seeded districts set the stage for potential showdowns.

The Badin Rams concluded a breakthrough year with a close defeat in the state championship, highlighting the rapid rise of girls flag football in Ohio.
Despite a torrential downpour and a lightning delay, Nordonia’s unexpected championship run culminated in a dramatic one‑point victory, highlighted by a game‑changing interception and a clutch catch by Ava McLendon.

Freshman Ava McLendon’s touchdown secured a 20‑19 victory for Nordonia, marking the first OHSAA girls flag football state championship.

Midview's inaugural girls flag football squad advanced to the state semifinals, falling just short against Cincinnati Mount Notre Dame while inspiring the local community and setting a benchmark for future teams.

The first-ever OHSAA-sponsored state girls flag football tournament will feature Madison and Berkshire, each aiming to make history in Canton on May 16.

Badin High School, fresh off a dominant regional victory, will compete in Ohio's first OHSAA-sanctioned girls flag football state championship, aiming to defend the title it captured last spring.
The state tournament, backed by the Cleveland Browns, Cincinnati Bengals and the Pro Football Hall of Fame, showcases the growing popularity of girls flag football across Ohio.

Midview High School is among eight teams set to contest the first OHSAA Girls Flag Football state championship in Canton, showcasing the sport's rapid growth and new opportunities for female athletes.