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4 traits developed through football
High school football is more than a pursuit of athletic success — it’s a formative experience that shapes student-athletes in profound ways. While touchdowns and championships are highlights, the sport’s real impact is found in the lessons and ...
In-season training schedules at Lenoir-Rhyne University
Lenoir-Rhyne University is a small college located in Hickory, North Carolina. Since 2011, our football program has won seven conference championships, appeared in seven NCAA DII playoffs with one national championship appearance, and produced two NF...
Ohio lawmakers proposes flag-planting ban in state
An Ohio lawmaker recently proposed a new law that would ban flag planting in the state following the actions of the Michigan football team following its road win against Ohio State. State Rep. Josh Williams is sponsoring House Bill 700, also known...
Virginia judge rules in favor of high school football team facing postseason ban
A Virginia judge ruled in favor of a high school football program in a decision that would have banned the team from the Virginia High School League (VHSL) postseason for two years. Hayfield High School was listed as the top-ranked team in the Regio...
Washington HS football team alleged to have sexually harassed players in new lawsuit
Players from a Washington high school football team have been named in a lawsuit that alleges black players were racially harassed and sexually abused. The lawsuit also alleges school officials news of this and did nothing for several months. Four...
Alabama high school football team denied appeal, forfeits five wins
The Alabama High School Athletic Association's (AHSAA) Central Board of Control denied Coosa Christian's appeal of a decision of forfeiture and is still out of the playoffs for the 2024 season. Last week the AHSAA announced Coosa Christian had t...
Florida high school football team forfeits season, facing two-year ban
A Florida high school has been found guilty by the Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) of multiple rule violations. As a result, The First Academy (TFA) has forfeited the season and is facing a two-year ban. The FHSAA found TFA guilty...
Top-ranked New York football team cancels season amid sexual misconduct investigation
A top-ranking high school football team in New York has canceled its season amid sexual misconduct allegations, according to reports. The Warrensburg-Lake George-Bolton football team had won all eight of its regular season games and was ranked the...
Illinois high school football coach suspended amid hazing allegations
An Illinois high school football coach was suspended one game following an investigation into an alleged hazing incident. Rochester High School head football coach Derek Leonard received the one-game suspension for last week's regular-season final...
Utah court allows Australian student to play football following lawsuit
A Utah court has ruled that an international student can play on his high school football team after filing a discrimination lawsuit. The court said that there is a "strong likelihood" that a current Utah High School Activities Association (UHSAA) is...