March 14, 2025 • 2 mins
In the heart of Ohio, Columbus is buzzing with excitement as high school football gears up for another thrilling season. The city is witnessing a fresh start, marked by new facilities, promising talent, and renewed passion.
One of the most significant developments is the transformation at West High School, where a revamped stadium has become a hub of community activity. The new facilities have improved playing conditions and boosted community support, with more people attending games than in previous years. Katie Glover, Treasurer of the West High Athletic Booster, expressed her enthusiasm: "Seeing the kids out here being able to use the track, walk on it, jump and do tumbles—everything the cheerleaders need to do—is just a great feeling."
Despite the positive momentum, the shadow of the Bishop Sycamore High School scandal in 2021 still lingers. However, this setback has not dampened the spirit of high school football in Columbus. The Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) has announced the 2024 football divisions and regional assignments, ensuring a competitive and well-structured season ahead. Practice is set to start on August 1, with the season kicking off the week of August 19.
The class of 2025 is particularly noteworthy, with dynamic players ready to shine. Tavien St. Clair from Bellefontaine, ranked second in Ohio's 2025 player rankings, is a standout quarterback who has already committed to Ohio State. Other promising players include dynamic running backs like Dawayne Galloway from Marion-Franklin and Mike Robinson from Findlay, showcasing the depth of talent in Columbus.
Schools like Independence, West, and Eastmoor Academy are adjusting to new divisions, adding a fresh layer of competition. Independence and West are moving from Division II to Division III, which promises exciting matchups.
The community's support is palpable, with fans and alumni eagerly anticipating the new season. The recent state championship win by Olentangy Liberty High School has further fueled the excitement. Hundreds of community members celebrated the team's victory with a parade, and the team was honored with a proclamation by the Mayor of Powell.
As the new season approaches, the energy around high school football in Columbus is undeniable. With revamped facilities, promising young talent, and a structured competitive framework, the city is set for an exciting and competitive year. Columbus is ready to showcase its best in high school football, and fans are eagerly looking forward to the thrilling matchups and rising stars that the 2025 season will bring.
One of the most significant developments is the transformation at West High School, where a revamped stadium has become a hub of community activity. The new facilities have improved playing conditions and boosted community support, with more people attending games than in previous years. Katie Glover, Treasurer of the West High Athletic Booster, expressed her enthusiasm: "Seeing the kids out here being able to use the track, walk on it, jump and do tumbles—everything the cheerleaders need to do—is just a great feeling."
Despite the positive momentum, the shadow of the Bishop Sycamore High School scandal in 2021 still lingers. However, this setback has not dampened the spirit of high school football in Columbus. The Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) has announced the 2024 football divisions and regional assignments, ensuring a competitive and well-structured season ahead. Practice is set to start on August 1, with the season kicking off the week of August 19.
The class of 2025 is particularly noteworthy, with dynamic players ready to shine. Tavien St. Clair from Bellefontaine, ranked second in Ohio's 2025 player rankings, is a standout quarterback who has already committed to Ohio State. Other promising players include dynamic running backs like Dawayne Galloway from Marion-Franklin and Mike Robinson from Findlay, showcasing the depth of talent in Columbus.
Schools like Independence, West, and Eastmoor Academy are adjusting to new divisions, adding a fresh layer of competition. Independence and West are moving from Division II to Division III, which promises exciting matchups.
The community's support is palpable, with fans and alumni eagerly anticipating the new season. The recent state championship win by Olentangy Liberty High School has further fueled the excitement. Hundreds of community members celebrated the team's victory with a parade, and the team was honored with a proclamation by the Mayor of Powell.
As the new season approaches, the energy around high school football in Columbus is undeniable. With revamped facilities, promising young talent, and a structured competitive framework, the city is set for an exciting and competitive year. Columbus is ready to showcase its best in high school football, and fans are eagerly looking forward to the thrilling matchups and rising stars that the 2025 season will bring.
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Speaker 1 (00:00):
This is your high school Football News for Columbus Ohio podcast.
In the heart of Ohio, Columbus is buzzing with excitement
as high school football gears up for another thrilling season.
The city is witnessing a fresh start, marked by new facilities,
promising talent and renewed passion. One of the most significant
(00:20):
developments is the transformation at West High School, where a
revamped stadium has become a hub of community activity. The
new facilities have improved playing conditions and boosted community support,
with more people attending games than in previous years. Katie Glover,
treasurer of the West High Athletic Booster, expressed her enthusiasm
(00:41):
seeing the kids out here being able to use the track,
walk on it, jump and do tumbles everything the cheerleaders
need to do is just a great feeling. Despite the
positive momentum, the shadow of the Bishop Sycamore High School
scandal in twenty twenty one still lingers. However, this setback
has not dampened the spe spirit of high school football
(01:01):
in Columbus. The Ohio High School Athletic Association OHSAA has
announced the twenty twenty four football divisions and regional assignments,
ensuring a competitive and well structured season ahead. Practice is
set to start on August first, with the season kicking
off the week of August nineteen. The class of twenty
(01:21):
twenty five is particularly noteworthy, with dynamic players ready to shine.
Tavian Saint Clair from Bellefontaine, ranked second in Ohio's twenty
twenty five player rankings, is a standout quarterback who has
already committed to Ohio State. Other promising players include dynamic
running backs like Dwayne Galloway from Marion Franklin and Mike
(01:42):
Robinson from Finlay, showcasing the depth of talent in Columbus.
Schools like Independents West and East Moore Academy are adjusting
to new divisions, adding a fresh layer of competition. Independence
in West are moving from Division two to Division three,
which promise is exciting matchups. The community's support is palpable,
(02:04):
with fans and alumni eagerly anticipating the new season. The
recent state championship win by all in Tangy Liberty High
School has further fueled the excitement. Hundreds of community members
celebrated the team's victory with a parade and the team
was honored with a proclamation by the Mayor of Powell.
As the new season approaches, the energy around high school
(02:26):
football and Columbus is undeniable. With revamped facilities, promising young talent,
and a structured competitive framework, the city is set for
an exciting and competitive year. Columbus is ready to showcase
its best in high school football, and fans are eagerly
looking forward to the thrilling matchups and rising stars that
(02:47):
the twenty twenty five season will bring. And that is it.
We are headed to the locker room for today. Hit
the subscribe button and never miss out. Thanks for listening.
This is your high school Football News for Columbus Ohio podcast.
In the heart of Ohio, Columbus is buzzing with excitement
as high school football gears up for another thrilling season.
The city is witnessing a fresh start, marked by new facilities,
promising talent and renewed passion. One of the most significant
(00:20):
developments is the transformation at West High School, where a
revamped stadium has become a hub of community activity. The
new facilities have improved playing conditions and boosted community support,
with more people attending games than in previous years. Katie Glover,
treasurer of the West High Athletic Booster, expressed her enthusiasm
(00:41):
seeing the kids out here being able to use the track,
walk on it, jump and do tumbles everything the cheerleaders
need to do is just a great feeling. Despite the
positive momentum, the shadow of the Bishop Sycamore High School
scandal in twenty twenty one still lingers. However, this setback
has not dampened the spe spirit of high school football
(01:01):
in Columbus. The Ohio High School Athletic Association OHSAA has
announced the twenty twenty four football divisions and regional assignments,
ensuring a competitive and well structured season ahead. Practice is
set to start on August first, with the season kicking
off the week of August nineteen. The class of twenty
(01:21):
twenty five is particularly noteworthy, with dynamic players ready to shine.
Tavian Saint Clair from Bellefontaine, ranked second in Ohio's twenty
twenty five player rankings, is a standout quarterback who has
already committed to Ohio State. Other promising players include dynamic
running backs like Dwayne Galloway from Marion Franklin and Mike
(01:42):
Robinson from Finlay, showcasing the depth of talent in Columbus.
Schools like Independents West and East Moore Academy are adjusting
to new divisions, adding a fresh layer of competition. Independence
in West are moving from Division two to Division three,
which promise is exciting matchups. The community's support is palpable,
(02:04):
with fans and alumni eagerly anticipating the new season. The
recent state championship win by all in Tangy Liberty High
School has further fueled the excitement. Hundreds of community members
celebrated the team's victory with a parade and the team
was honored with a proclamation by the Mayor of Powell.
As the new season approaches, the energy around high school
(02:26):
football and Columbus is undeniable. With revamped facilities, promising young talent,
and a structured competitive framework, the city is set for
an exciting and competitive year. Columbus is ready to showcase
its best in high school football, and fans are eagerly
looking forward to the thrilling matchups and rising stars that
(02:47):
the twenty twenty five season will bring. And that is it.
We are headed to the locker room for today. Hit
the subscribe button and never miss out. Thanks for listening.
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