February 28, 2025 • 3 mins
In the heart of Ohio, Columbus is abuzz 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 a renewed passion for the sport.
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 not only improved the playing conditions but also 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 city is still recovering from the shadow of the Bishop Sycamore High School scandal in 2021, which exposed significant discrepancies in the school's existence and the team's credentials. 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. Schools like Independence, West, and Eastmoor Academy are adjusting to new divisions, adding a fresh layer of competition to the mix.
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, highlighting the talent pool in the region[2][3].
Other promising players include dynamic running backs who possess the skills to make a significant impact on the field. Dawayne Galloway from Marion-Franklin and Mike Robinson from Findlay are among the top prospects, showcasing the depth of talent in Columbus[5].
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 even honored with a proclamation by the Mayor of Powell[4].
As the new season approaches, Columbus is ready to showcase its best in high school football. With revamped facilities, promising young talent, and a structured competitive framework, the city is set for an exciting and competitive year. The energy around high school football in Columbus is undeniable, 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 not only improved the playing conditions but also 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 city is still recovering from the shadow of the Bishop Sycamore High School scandal in 2021, which exposed significant discrepancies in the school's existence and the team's credentials. 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. Schools like Independence, West, and Eastmoor Academy are adjusting to new divisions, adding a fresh layer of competition to the mix.
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, highlighting the talent pool in the region[2][3].
Other promising players include dynamic running backs who possess the skills to make a significant impact on the field. Dawayne Galloway from Marion-Franklin and Mike Robinson from Findlay are among the top prospects, showcasing the depth of talent in Columbus[5].
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 even honored with a proclamation by the Mayor of Powell[4].
As the new season approaches, Columbus is ready to showcase its best in high school football. With revamped facilities, promising young talent, and a structured competitive framework, the city is set for an exciting and competitive year. The energy around high school football in Columbus is undeniable, 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 a buzz 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 a renewed passion for the sport. One
of the most significant developments is the transformation at West
(00:23):
High School, where a revamped stadium has become a hub
of community activity. The new facilities have not only improved
the playing conditions, but also 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,
(00:45):
walk on it, jump and do tumbles everything the cheerleaders
need to do is just a great feeling. Despite the
positive momentum, the city is still recovering from the shadow
of the Bishop Sycamore High School scandal in twenty twenty one,
which exposed significant discrepancies in the school's existence and the
team's credentials. However, this setback has not dampened the spirit
(01:09):
of high school football 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.
(01:30):
Schools like Independence West and East Moore Academy are adjusting
to new divisions, adding a fresh layer of competition to
the mix. The class of twenty twenty five is particularly noteworthy,
with dynamic players ready to shine. Tevy In Saint Clair
from Bellefontaine, ranked second in Ohio's twenty twenty five player rankings,
is a standout quarterback who is already committed to Ohio State,
(01:54):
highlighting the talent pool in the region. Two other promising
players include dynamic running backs who possess the skills to
make a significant impact on the field. Dwayne Galloway from
Marion Franklin and Mike Robinson from Finlay are among the
top prospects, showcasing the depth of talent in Columbus. The
(02:15):
community's support is palpable, 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 even honored with a proclamation by
the Mayor of Powell. As the new season approaches, Columbus
(02:39):
is ready to showcase its best in high school football.
With revamped facilities, promising young talent, and a structured competitive framework,
the city is set for an exciting and competitive year.
The energy around high school football in Columbus is undeniable
and fans are eagerly looking forward to the thrilling matchups
(02:59):
and ryeazing stars that 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 a buzz 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 a renewed passion for the sport. One
of the most significant developments is the transformation at West
(00:23):
High School, where a revamped stadium has become a hub
of community activity. The new facilities have not only improved
the playing conditions, but also 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,
(00:45):
walk on it, jump and do tumbles everything the cheerleaders
need to do is just a great feeling. Despite the
positive momentum, the city is still recovering from the shadow
of the Bishop Sycamore High School scandal in twenty twenty one,
which exposed significant discrepancies in the school's existence and the
team's credentials. However, this setback has not dampened the spirit
(01:09):
of high school football 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.
(01:30):
Schools like Independence West and East Moore Academy are adjusting
to new divisions, adding a fresh layer of competition to
the mix. The class of twenty twenty five is particularly noteworthy,
with dynamic players ready to shine. Tevy In Saint Clair
from Bellefontaine, ranked second in Ohio's twenty twenty five player rankings,
is a standout quarterback who is already committed to Ohio State,
(01:54):
highlighting the talent pool in the region. Two other promising
players include dynamic running backs who possess the skills to
make a significant impact on the field. Dwayne Galloway from
Marion Franklin and Mike Robinson from Finlay are among the
top prospects, showcasing the depth of talent in Columbus. The
(02:15):
community's support is palpable, 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 even honored with a proclamation by
the Mayor of Powell. As the new season approaches, Columbus
(02:39):
is ready to showcase its best in high school football.
With revamped facilities, promising young talent, and a structured competitive framework,
the city is set for an exciting and competitive year.
The energy around high school football in Columbus is undeniable
and fans are eagerly looking forward to the thrilling matchups
(02:59):
and ryeazing stars that 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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