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Sullivan East Football Eyes Turnaround After 0-10 Season
16 Aug
Summary
- Sullivan East aims for a winning season after a challenging 0-10 record.
- Coach JC Simmons expresses optimism with a large returning class.
- The Patriots open their 2026 season at home on August 20th.
Sullivan East's football team is preparing to start the 2026 season with high hopes of overcoming a winless 0-10 record from the previous year. Head coach JC Simmons noted the team is benefiting from one of the largest returning player classes he has had, with experienced seniors like Ryan Stiltner, Noah Slone, and Jacob Slone bolstering the lines.
Sophomore Grady Burke will lead the offense at quarterback as Sullivan East aims to build on its returning talent. Coach Simmons highlighted the team's excitement and focus on daily progress, emphasizing a positive build-up rather than starting over. Players are channeling last year's difficulties into motivation.
Senior middle linebacker Andrew Davison, preparing for his final season, echoed this sentiment, stating the team's determination to avoid repeating past struggles. The Patriots are focused on getting stronger and improving daily. Their 2026 season campaign officially kicks off on Thursday, August 20th, with a home game against Johnson County.
