
Tri‑County Football Returns with New Coaches, Star Players and Playoff Hopes
A look at the 2026 Tri‑County football season, highlighting new head coaches, star players and the opening schedule that sets the stage for playoff contention.
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A look at the 2026 Tri‑County football season, highlighting new head coaches, star players and the opening schedule that sets the stage for playoff contention.

Over 25 schools, including 20 from the Mainstreet area, will gather Monday for a media day that highlights roster changes, new schedules and the impact of recent classification shifts.
Spring practice has wrapped up across the Gainesville region, giving coaches a first chance to evaluate rosters. New faces like Cedderick Daniels and Ross Baker are getting their initial looks, while seasoned leaders such as Mark Whittemore and Ed Johnson assess progress. Standout programs including Buchholz and Newberry highlight emerging defensive talent and quarterback developments, setting the stage for the 2026 season.
With spring practice wrapped up, coaches from Buchholz, Newberry and surrounding schools are dissecting emerging defensive fronts, quarterback developments and challenging schedules that will shape the 2026 football landscape.