Football

Orchard Lake St. Mary’s running back Josh McCarty runs the ball in a game this past season. McCarty will be playing at Eastern Michigan University next season.

Published February 15, 2019

St. Mary’s football standout heading to EMU

ORCHARD LAKE — Jeff McCarty described his son Josh McCarty’s style of play as hardworking and blue-collar. So it’s no coincidence that the Orchard Lake St. Mary’s senior is going to be playing football at a stadium nicknamed “The Factory” next season.

Published January 25, 2019

Madison - Park News

Bishop Foley senior commits to play football for Naval Academy

MADISON HEIGHTS — After committing to play football for the U.S. Naval Academy, Madison Heights Bishop Foley senior running back Kendel Taylor recalled something Foley defensive coordinator and military veteran Dan Gough told him prior to a game.

Farmington United senior Nathan Arnold shoots on net Jan. 9 against Bloomfield Hills High. At press time, United had a 10-2-1 overall record.

Published January 16, 2019

Farmington Press

Farmington United hockey off to hot start in first season

FARMINGTON/FARMINGTON HILLS — When Farmington High, North Farmington and Farmington Hills Harrison merged to form the Farmington United hockey program in the summer of 2018, nobody knew what to expect.

Syracuse University junior Evan Foster looks to make a tackle in a game against Notre Dame Nov. 17. The West Bloomfield High graduate finished the year with 86 total tackles, 5.5 tackles for loss and two sacks.

Published January 10, 2019

West Bloomfield Beacon

Former West Bloomfield High football standout succeeding at next level

WEST BLOOMFIELD — Darryl Foster has always told his son to maintain his character, be true to himself, stay humble and continue to work hard.

Published December 14, 2018

C&G Newspapers

OAA honors top football players

OAKLAND COUNTY — The football season has come and gone, and the Oakland Activities Association had another great year.

Published December 14, 2018

C&G Newspapers

Catholic High School League recognizes top football stars

METRO DETROIT — The Catholic High School League recently recognized top players from across the league with three honor teams.

Published December 13, 2018

C&G Newspapers

Macomb Area Conference honors top football players

MACOMB COUNTY — Another fall has come and gone for the 35 football teams in the Macomb Area Conference, and the league had a solid season.

Farmington Hills Harrison’s only football coach, John Herrington, finished his time with the Hawks with state records in wins and state championships. Pictured, Herrington is surrounded by players after breaking the state record for victories last season.

Published December 6, 2018

Farmington Press

Herrington, local coaches reflect on legacy left by Harrison football

FARMINGTON HILLS — John Herrington has been at Farmington Hills Harrison from beginning to end.

Published November 30, 2018

Fraser - Clinton Township Chronicle

Tommy Touchdowns: Schuster shines in D-1 final

DETROIT — There are not many high school quarterbacks who can say they’ve had a perfect game. No incomplete passes and no interceptions. One quarterback who does not fall into the category is Tommy Schuster of Clinton Township Chippewa Valley.

Clinton Township Chippewa Valley junior Myren Harris carries the ball during a Division 1 state final against Clarkston High at Ford Field Nov. 24. The Big Reds won the D-1 state title with a 31-30 victory.

Published November 24, 2018

Fraser - Clinton Township Chronicle

The completion of a perfect season

DETROIT — Clinton Township Chippewa Valley football completed the most successful season in program history in dramatic fashion, as the Big Reds beat Clarkston High 31-30 in a Division 1 state final Nov. 24 at Ford Field in Detroit.

Published November 24, 2018

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New Lothrop High overcomes Madison for D-7 title

DETROIT -- Two of the more prolific scoring offense in Michigan got together in the MHSAA division 7 state championship at Ford Field Nov. 24. In the first half alone New Lothrop High and Madison Heights Madison combined for nearly 400 yards of offense and 46 points.

Published November 23, 2018

C&G Newspapers

A closer look at De La Salle's title-winning defense

DETROIT – As Warren De La Salle and Muskegon Mona Shores entered the Division 2 state championship game at Ford Field Nov. 23, something had to give. The Sailors entered the game averaging 45.6 points per game, while the Pilots were giving up just 8.7.

Published November 23, 2018

C&G Newspapers

De La Salle football grounds Mona Shores, claims second straight state championship

DETROIT — Coming into this season, Warren De La Salle senior quarterback Nolan Schultz knew he wasn’t the starter, but said he always stayed ready in case his number was called.

Published November 17, 2018

Fraser - Clinton Township Chronicle

Chippewa Valley football heading to state final

TROY— With a 28-16 win against Belleville High in a Division 1 semifinal Nov. 17 at Troy Athens, Clinton Township Chippewa Valley’s football team has advanced to the program’s first state final game since 2001.

Published November 17, 2018

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De La Salle football set to play for state title after stuffing Groves

HAZEL PARK — The defense for the Warren De La Salle football team has been the team’s strength for three years, according to coach Mike Giannone. That proved true in the team’s 28-0 Nov. 17 win over Birmingham Groves in a Division 2 state semifinal.

Published November 12, 2018

Farmington Press

End of an era for Harrison football

FARMINGTON HILLS — When the clock hit all zeroes and Farmington Hills Harrison coach John Herrington had time to reflect on his team’s 21-14 Division 4 regional final loss to Chelsea High, he used a Don Meredith quote to sum up the end of an era: “Turn out the lights, the party’s over.”

Clinton Township Chippewa Valley senior David Ellis fends off a Dearborn Fordson defender on his way to a 99-yard touchdown run during a Division 1 regional Nov. 9. Chippewa won 42-7 to advance to the semifinal round of the playoffs for the first time since 2003.

Published November 10, 2018

Fraser - Clinton Township Chronicle

Regional triumph

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — Clinton Township Chippewa Valley football coach Scott Merchant has had nearly a year to think about it.

Published November 9, 2018

Birmingham - Bloomfield Eagle

Offensive explosion leads Groves en route to regional title

BIRMINGHAM -- Behind seven touchdowns from five different players, Birmingham Groves won a shootout over Livonia Franklin 53-29 Nov. 9 to capture a division 2 regional title at home.

West Bloomfield junior quarterback CJ Harris drops back to pass in a Division 1 regional final game against Belleville High. The Lakers lost the game 13-10.

Published November 9, 2018

West Bloomfield Beacon

West Bloomfield High suffers loss to Belleville High in regional final

BELLEVILLE – With high winds swirling and light snow falling, Belleville High was able to score a late touchdown to defeat West Bloomfield 13-10 in the Division 1 regional final Nov. 9.

Published November 9, 2018

St. Clair Shores Sentinel

Lakeview football coach talks postseason run

ST. CLAIR SHORES — Heading into the final third of the 2018 regular season, it was “win or stay home” for the St. Clair Shores Lakeview football team.