Football

Former Chippewa Valley star Sean Murphy-Bunting makes a play during his high school career. He recently played a key role in helping the Tampa Bay Buccaneers win the Super Bowl.

Published February 23, 2021

From Chippewa to champion: Former Big Red wins Super Bowl ring

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — Tom Brady was 24 years old when he won his first Super Bowl. But Sean Murphy-Bunting has him beat when it comes to who won a Super Bowl championship at a younger age.

Published January 7, 2021

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Coaches, players feeling sting of recruiting in the pandemic

METRO DETROIT — As the pandemic nears a year of existence in the United States, college coaches and prospective players have started to feel its burn.

Published December 7, 2020

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MAC honors top football players

MACOMB COUNTY — The Macomb Area Conference has released their annual list of standout football players throughout the league. The season is temporarily suspended for all fall sports still in action, including football, volleyball and swimming and diving.

Published December 7, 2020

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Catholic League releases football honor teams

METRO DETROIT — The Catholic High School League has released its annual list honoring athletes who made the honor teams. The teams are split up into three categories: All-Catholic, All-League and All-Academic.

Published December 7, 2020

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OAA honors top football players

OAKLAND COUNTY — Though the season is paused, the Oakland Activities Association has released its honor teams for the shortened season.

Published December 2, 2020

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Lewis, Stapleton talk Jesuit football

DETROIT — While the record may show the University of Detroit Jesuit football team had a subpar season, coach Matt Lewis knows that’s not the case.

The MHSAA has paused all fall tournaments and winter sports in accordance with the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. Pictured, West Bloomfield High’s Donovan Edwards scores one of his six touchdowns Nov. 14 against Sterling Heights Stevenson in a district final victory.

Published November 17, 2020

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Local coaches talk pause in fall and winter sports

METRO DETROIT — The Michigan High School Athletic Association has halted all fall tournaments, along with winter sports practices and competitions, for three weeks in accordance with the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.

Published November 14, 2020

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West Bloomfield High football cruises by Sterling Heights Stevenson to claim D-1 district title

STERLING HEIGHTS –– In a matchup of highly ranked teams, it didn’t take long for West Bloomfield High to establish itself against Sterling Heights Stevenson Nov. 14. The Lakers’ game plan was simple: give the ball to Donovan Edwards.

Published November 13, 2020

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Country Day overcomes turnover trouble to beat Lamphere

MADISON HEIGHTS — Beverly Hills Detroit Country Day may be in the minority when it comes to football teams who can turn the football over multiple times and still find a way to win.

Published November 7, 2020

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Stoney Creek downs Chippewa Valley to reach district final

ROCHESTER HILLS -- When Nick Merlo took over as the Rochester Hills Stoney Creek football coach in 2018, the team won just three games in his first year. Since then, the win totals have been on the rise.

Published November 6, 2020

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Groves downs Seaholm in D-2 district semifinal

BIRMINGHAM –– As back and forth as the rivalry has been the last couple of years, it was only fitting that Birmingham Seaholm and Birmingham Groves were able to meet in the playoffs Nov. 6.

Local parent speaks out about allowing high school sports during pandemic

Published November 5, 2020

West Bloomfield Beacon

Parent speaks out about allowing high school sports during pandemic

WEST BLOOMFIELD — You can count local author Mike Isenberg as one who is not in favor of the decision to allow certain sports.

Published November 2, 2020

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Second round football playoff matchups set

METRO DETROIT — With the opening round in the books, the field has narrowed and there are fewer teams with championship hopes alive.

Rochester Adams downs Rochester High in opening round of playoffs

Published October 30, 2020

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Rochester Adams downs Rochester High in opening round of playoffs

ROCHESTER HILLS –– Separated by just three miles, the Oct. 30 matchup between Rochester Adams and Rochester High was more than just a playoff game. The Falcons went undefeated and won the Oakland Activities Association Blue, while the Highlanders scuffled to 2-3 in the OAA White.

Published October 27, 2020

Royal Oak Review

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

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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

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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

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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.