Football

Published October 27, 2020

Shrine football succeeding despite low numbers

ROYAL OAK — From a player turnout perspective, the current season that Royal Oak Shrine football is having was not expected. Coach Oscar Olejniczak was hoping for roughly 20 kids to come out to practice when the season started.

Published October 26, 2020

C&G Newspapers

Local football teams set for playoff action

Playoff football is finally here. After a six-week regular season, teams from around the state are set to play for a shot at a state title. This year is a bit different as every team in Michigan made the playoffs instead of the usual six wins and you’re in.

Published October 23, 2020

C&G Newspapers

Local football coaches talk expanded playoffs

METRO DETROIT — With the COVID-19 pandemic delaying the start of the football season, every team will have the opportunity to participate in the state playoffs.

Published October 20, 2020

Rochester Post

Rochester High football still rolling

ROCHESTER — For the first time since 1993, Rochester High football is 5-0.

Published October 16, 2020

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Rochester High downs Ferndale High to remain undefeated

ROCHESTER — The Rochester High football team is experiencing a historic season. For the first time since 1993, the Falcons are 5-0. Rochester’s fifth win of the season came at home Oct. 16 as the Falcons eased past Ferndale 40-16.

Published October 16, 2020

C&G Newspapers

Gabriel Richard runs by Bishop Foley, claims league title

RIVERVIEW –– The stakes were high for Madison Heights Bishop Foley and Riverview Gabriel Richard Oct. 16. Both teams entered the game undefeated and the winner would be the champion of the Catholic High School League Intersectional 1 Division.

Published October 16, 2020

Roseville - Eastpointe Eastsider

Eastpointe High wins MAC Gold, prepares for playoffs

EASTPOINTE — It’s been a while since the Eastpointe High football program has fielded a consistent winner, but the Shamrocks have started to turn the corner.

Published October 16, 2020

Sterling Heights Sentry

Defense guiding Stevenson football

STERLING HEIGHTS — In an era where high-flying offense is used to win games, Sterling Heights Stevenson sticks to what it knows best: defense.

Farmington High, North Farmington gear up for rivalry clash

Published October 6, 2020

Farmington Press

Farmington High, North Farmington gear up for rivalry clash

FARMINGTON HILLS — With Farmington Hills Harrison shutting its doors before last season, the stakes increased in the Farmington High and North Farmington High rivalry.

Published October 2, 2020

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Seaholm holds off Adams

BIRMINGHAM — The last win for Birmingham Seaholm over Rochester Adams came in 1996. The two schools played eight times since the Maples beat the Highlanders almost a quarter of a century ago, with Adams winning every game. But fate changed course Oct.

Published October 2, 2020

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Berkley High blanks Troy High, remains undefeated

TROY –– Troy High and Berkley High entered their Oct. 2 matchup with unblemished records looking to keep pace in the Oakland Activities Association Blue Division.

Published October 2, 2020

Warren Weekly

Rohn, De La Salle football ready for new era

WARREN — With league titles, deep playoff runs and state championships being a regular part of the Warren De La Salle tradition, new football coach Dan Rohn knew he wanted to be a part of it.

Published October 2, 2020

Warren Weekly

Rohn, De La Salle ready for new era

WARREN — With league titles, deep playoff runs and state championships being a regular part of the Warren De La Salle tradition, new football coach Dan Rohn knew he wanted to be a part of it.

Published September 18, 2020

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Dakota downs Chippewa Valley with late score

CLINTON TOWNSHIP –– The fans weren’t able to pack the stands like usual, but Clinton Township Chippewa Valley and Macomb Dakota still treated spectators to a classic rivalry game Sept. 18.

Published September 17, 2020

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Birmingham Groves holds off surging Farmington High

FARMINGTON -- The crisp chill in the air late in the year can only mean one thing, high school football is back in the state of Michigan. Farmington High and Birmingham Groves were part of a group that kicked off the delayed season Sept.

Published September 3, 2020

C&G Newspapers

MHSAA gives thumbs up on return to play for fall sports

METRO DETROIT — With Gov. Gretchen Whitmer lifting restrictions on sports, the Michigan High School Athletic Association Representative Council has reinstated the fall sports season for 2020.

High school football coaches weigh in on initial postponement

Published September 3, 2020

C&G Newspapers

High school football coaches weigh in on initial postponement

While a few fall sports will be able to take part in competitions this fall, as of press time, football will have to wait until the spring.

Published April 14, 2020

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Bishop Foley football coach discusses his bout with COVID-19

It had been one week since the first positive cases of COVID-19 in the state of Michigan when Brian Barnes knew something wasn’t right. The night before, he woke with chills and body aches. He took his temperature the following morning to see it read 101 degrees.