Top 20 High School Football Matchups to Watch in 2026 Across Cleveland, Gaston and Lincoln Counties
The upcoming season features marquee games, returning coaches and standout players, promising drama across the tri‑county region.
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The upcoming season features marquee games, returning coaches and standout players, promising drama across the tri‑county region.
A look at the top returning linebackers from Cleveland, Gaston and Lincoln counties who are poised to dominate the 2026 high school football season.
The 2026 season opens on August 21, and several linebackers from Cleveland, Gaston and Lincoln counties posted impressive 2025 statistics that have coaches and analysts eager to see their impact.
The 2026 Foothills' Finest all‑area baseball team, chosen by local editors and coaches, spotlights Player of the Year Luke Rayfield, Pitcher of the Year Parker Williams and Coach of the Year Evan Wise, while recognizing a host of other standout athletes from across the tri‑county region.

The University Bulldogs finished the season 27-2, highlighted by senior pitcher Gage Viken's 10-strikeout performance and a perfect 10-0 run through the Patriot League.
The Cherryville baseball team defeated Cornerstone Charter 5-2 in the opening game of the NCHSAA 2A West series, setting up a showdown in Greensboro.
Stuart Cramer’s baseball team is set to clash with Burns in a regional semifinal on May 15, a game that could define a historic postseason run. With Burns riding a 12‑game streak and a strong roster, both coaches and players are poised for a pivotal contest.