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Altavista Colonels prepare for 2026 season under head coach Matt Deloach

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Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Altavista Colonels prepare for 2026 season under head coach Matt Deloach
Summary

The Altavista Colonels are gearing up for the 2026 high school football season, led by head coach Matt Deloach in his fourth year. Last season, the team finished with an 8-4 record and lost in the Region 1B Semifinals to Buffalo Gap. Their upcoming schedule begins on August 28 against Central Lunenburg, followed by games including a September 4 match at Riverheads and a September 18 home game versus Blacksburg. The Colonels are looking to build on last year's performance as they embark on the new season.

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  • •Head coach Matt Deloach enters his fourth season with the Colonels.
  • •Altavista finished 8-4 last season, losing in semifinals.
  • •2026 schedule starts August 28 vs. Central Lunenburg.
  • •Next games include at Riverheads and vs. Blacksburg.
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ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — Here’s a preview of the 2026 Altavista Colonels. Head Coach: Matt Deloach (4th Season) Last Season: 8-4….Lost at home to Buffalo Gap in the Region 1B Semifinals 2026 Schedule August 28th – vs. Central Lunenburg September 4th – at Riverheads September 11th – BYE September 18th – vs. Blacskburg September 25th […]

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