11 Section IX Football Programs Under the Most Pressure in 2026
Championship expectations, coaching pressure and programs searching for breakthroughs—these eleven Section IX teams enter…
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The 2026 Section IX football season is approaching, and several major storylines are already…
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Every Tuesday during the football season, the KOT845 Power Rankings will evaluate the strongest…
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Football
The Reload Begins: Can Minisink Valley Replace a Championship Core?
After graduating one of the most accomplished senior classes in recent Section IX history,…
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