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2026 MHSAA Football Playoff Predictions

The road to a state championship begins Friday, October 30, as the 2026 MHSAA Football Playoffs kick off across Michigan. With the postseason officially here, the STATE CHAMPS! Sports Network team is making its predictions on which teams will be the last ones standing.

News • By Editorial Team • Oct 28, 2026Read
State Champs! Unveils SCORE!
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State Champs! Unveils SCORE!

STATE CHAMPS! unveils SCORE! – a game-changing new way to experience Michigan high school playoffs. This innovative live whip-around broadcast premieres October 30, bringing fans the biggest plays, dramatic finishes, and unforgettable moments from across the state.

By Editorial Team • Oct 25, 2026Read
10 Michigan High School Football Games to Watch: Week of Oct. 19, 2026
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10 Michigan High School Football Games to Watch: Week of Oct. 19, 2026

The final week of the 2026 Michigan high school football regular season features 10 must-watch matchups, highlighted by Detroit Catholic Central vs. Brother Rice on STATE CHAMPS! Gametime Live.

News • By Editoiral Team • Oct 19, 2026Read
Built Different: Howell's Bryce Kish Refuses to Slow Down
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Built Different: Howell's Bryce Kish Refuses to Slow Down

Despite playing through a fractured finger, Howell senior and Mr. Football candidate Bryce Kish continues to make an impact on offense, defense and special teams. But for the Highlanders' do-it-all star, leadership, brotherhood and the pursuit of a state championship mean more than individual accolades.

Feature • By Patti Cesarini • Oct 19, 2026Read
10 Michigan High School Football Games to Watch: Week of Oct. 12, 2026
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10 Michigan High School Football Games to Watch: Week of Oct. 12, 2026

With the MHSAA football playoffs approaching, the stakes continue to rise across Michigan. Week 8 of the 2026 high school football season brings a loaded schedule featuring undefeated showdowns, conference championship battles, and some of the state's biggest rivalries.

News • By Editorial Team • Oct 13, 2026Read
More Than a Comeback: Romeo’s Landen Fetty Makes Up for Lost Time
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More Than a Comeback: Romeo’s Landen Fetty Makes Up for Lost Time

Romeo running back and linebacker Landen Fetty came into high school ready for the call and excited to play football. In his first game of the season, those plans changed.

Feature • By Patti Cesarini • Oct 13, 2026Read
Built on Development: Detroit Prospects Softball Continues to Grow
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Built on Development: Detroit Prospects Softball Continues to Grow

The Detroit Prospects started as a baseball travel program. But after finding success on the baseball side, owners Nick Capoferi and Mike Rice decided to expand the model, launching a softball program with the same vision: helping athletes grow.

Feature • By Patti Cesarini • Oct 5, 2026Read
Al Fracassa Coach of the Year Award to Honor Michigan Coaches Making an Impact Beyond the Game
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Al Fracassa Coach of the Year Award to Honor Michigan Coaches Making an Impact Beyond the Game

For more than half a century, Al Fracassa built one of the most accomplished coaching careers in Michigan high school sports history. But for the generations of athletes he influenced, his legacy extends far beyond wins and championships.

Feature • By Editorial Team • Sep 29, 2026Read
10 Michigan High School Football Games to Watch: Week of Sept. 21, 2026
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10 Michigan High School Football Games to Watch: Week of Sept. 21, 2026

Week 5 features 10 Michigan high school football games to watch, highlighted by our Gametime Live matchup between Harper Woods and Birmingham Groves on Friday night.

News • By Editorial Team • Sep 22, 2026Read
60 Years Strong: Regina-Marian Powderpuff Tradition Celebrates Women in Sports
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60 Years Strong: Regina-Marian Powderpuff Tradition Celebrates Women in Sports

For 60 years, the Regina and Marian High School Powderpuff game has brought young women together to showcase their talent, camaraderie and the power of women in sports.

Feature • By Patti Cesarini • Sep 21, 2026Read
Michigan high school boys football games to watch on State Champs
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10 Michigan High School Football Games to Watch: Week of Sept. 14, 2026

Week 4 of the Michigan high school football season brings another loaded slate of matchups from across the state.

News • By Editorial Team • Sep 15, 2026Read
Northville girls golf focused on improvement after back-to-back state championships
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Northville girls golf focused on improvement after back-to-back state championships

Coming off back-to-back state championships, the Northville girls golf team isn't focused on defending its past success. Instead, the Mustangs are concentrating on improving each day and preparing for another challenging season.

Feature • By Patti Cesarini • Sep 14, 2026Read
10 Michigan High School Football Games to Watch: Week of Sept. 7, 2026
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10 Michigan High School Football Games to Watch: Week of Sept. 7, 2026

Another big week of MHSAA high school football is here, and STATE CHAMPS! has you covered with some of the top matchups from across Michigan.

News • By Editorial Team • Sep 8, 2026Read
Michigan Continues to Punch Above Its Weight in High School Sports Participation
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Michigan Continues to Punch Above Its Weight in High School Sports Participation

Nearly 296,000 participants competed in Michigan high school sports during the 2025-26 school year, keeping the state among the nation’s leaders despite ranking 10th in high school-aged population.

News • By Editorial Team • Sep 7, 2026Read
10 Michigan High School Football Games to Watch: Week of Aug. 31, 2026
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10 Michigan High School Football Games to Watch: Week of Aug. 31, 2026

The Michigan high school football season rolls into another big week with several marquee matchups across the state.

News • By Editorial Team • Sep 1, 2026Read
The Pioneers hosted Grandville in the annual Rally on Reeds match at Memorial Field, overcoming an opening-set loss to win three straight sets and take the match.
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East Grand Rapids Rallies Past Grandville in Outdoor Volleyball Match

MHSAA volleyball season is officially underway, and East Grand Rapids opened the year with an early statement against Grandville.

News • By Editorial Team • Aug 25, 2026Read
State Champs Sports Network get notimated for four Emmy Awards
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State Champs! Sports Network Earns Four 2026 Michigan Emmy Nominations

Southfield, Mich. — State Champs! Sports Network has earned four 2026 Michigan Emmy nominations recognizing the network’s continued excellence in feature production, human-interest storytelling, and original sports programming.

By Editorial Team • May 20, 2026Read
Nick Marsh clearly rediscovered his love for Spartan football in the first part of the summer
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Football Recruiting Notebook – Mega News For MSU, RR’s Nick Marsh Re-Commits To Spartans

River Rouge senior wide receiver Nick Marsh clearly rediscovered his love for Spartan football in the first part of the summer. For the past three seasons, Marsh has been dubbed the MHSAA’s “Megatron” (a nod to retired Detroit Lions WR and future NFL HOF’er Calvin Johnson).

News • By Scott Burnstein • Jul 18, 2023Read

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