Mountain Eight Conference Preview: 2026 Season Outlook
A preview of the 2026 Mountain Eight Conference football season, highlighting new coaches, key players, and championship expectations.
Jun 25, 2026
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Mountain Eight Conference 2026 Football Preview: Departures and Returners
The upcoming 2026 high school football season in Western North Carolina will see major roster shifts, with graduating stars making way for emerging talent across the Mountain Eight Conference.
Jun 24, 2026
Jeff Moore Takes the Helm of Zanesville High School Boys Basketball
Jeff Moore, a 1985 Zanesville High School graduate, has been named the new boys basketball coach, bringing a decade of girls program success and a clear philosophy to the role.
Jun 17, 2026
Mountain Eight Conference Preview: Who Will Crown the 2026 Champion?
The 2026 Mountain Eight Conference football season promises drama as defending champion Brevard faces uncertainty, while Franklin emerges as the early favorite. Key matchups, coaching connections and rivalries set the stage for a unpredictable title race.
Jun 16, 2026
Western North Carolina High School Football Preview: 2026 Season Kickoff
A look at the top matchups, emerging storylines, and the conferences shaping the 2026 football landscape in Western North Carolina.
Jun 16, 2026
Mountain Eight Conference 2026 Football Preview: 25 Players to Watch
Key seniors and juniors from across the Mountain Eight are poised to drive their teams forward in 2026.
Jun 15, 2026
Top 10 Western North Carolina High School Running Backs Shine in 2026 Preview
The Asheville Citizen Times has unveiled its rankings of the region’s elite running backs, highlighting explosive performances and inviting fans to cast their vote before the June 11 deadline.
Jun 8, 2026
Western North Carolina’s Top Returning Running Backs for 2026
The region’s 2025 statistical leaders and on‑field observations reveal a deep pool of talent set to shape the 2026 campaign.
Jun 1, 2026