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High School Football Preview 2024

High school football traditions still strong in Trumbull County

“It just means more.” The slogan is often associated with the Southeastern Conference (SEC), of which it is a registered trademark, but it seems all too fitting for the Mahoning Valley, and specifically, for Trumbull County football. For generations across America, Friday nights in the ...

New coach, system set to lead Golden Flashes

CHAMPION — Sometimes starting over can be a good thing. Such is the case for the Champion Golden Flashes football team, as the 2024 campaign begins. Longtime coach Ken Parise, with expertise spanning more than four decades as a coach, is set to lead the Golden Flashes as he was named ...

Tigers looking to roar for 2024 campaign

NEWTON FALLS — Newton Falls coach Jim Hogue was in charge of both sides of the ball during his first season with the Tigers. However, this year, he’s bringing in a defensive coordinator to help him focus more on the offense. “We’re bringing in LD Hartman to coach the defense,” ...

Vikings look to be experienced, battle-tested

LEAVITTSBURG — After improving from a 1-9 record in 2022 to five victories and a playoff appearance in 2023, the LaBrae Vikings are hoping to take the next step under the guidance of head coach Jon Elliot. That includes challenging for the Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference - Gray Tier ...

Red Dragons looking at O-line to carry load

NILES — Niles McKinley High football fans are hoping that the Chinese calendar will bring good fortunes to the Red Dragons in 2024. According to the Chinese calendar, 2024 is the Year of the Dragon. This is the ninth Chinese “Year of the Dragon” since 1916. The Niles football team has ...

Increased maturity, growth to benefit Warriors

BROOKFIELD — A year removed from starting a handful of freshmen all over the field in key positions, Brookfield football is counting on the lessons learned from the 5-6 overall record last season to propel the Warriors as the new season begins. For head coach Randy Clark, entering his 19th ...