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Brian O'Reilly returns for 48th season at Pinkerton Academy

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 7:31 PM

Last updated Aug 20, 2026

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Brian O'Reilly, head coach of Pinkerton Academy's football team, starts his 48th season amidst challenges, including Achilles tendinitis. At 73, O'Reilly approaches the season with enthusiasm, focusing on developing backups and utilizing his experienced upperclassmen. His coaching career, which began in 1978, may be nearing its end, although he leaves the future open. O'Reilly's commitment to football and his players remains strong as preseason training begins.

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•O'Reilly is 73 years old and dealing with Achilles tendinitis.
•The team focuses on developing backups during preseason practices.
•O'Reilly hints this may be his final coaching season.
•Brady Spellman serves as captain for the upcoming season.
•Preseason training for the football team has officially commenced.

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7:31 PMYahoo Sports — One final fling? Aging coach still brings the energy to Pinkerton football

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DERRY – If this really is Brian O’Reilly’s final football season at Pinkerton Academy—his 48th as head coach —it looks like he’ll be going out … limping. At least, that’s how it seemed on Day 1 of the 2026 preseason, with O’Reilly pacing the field in an elongated medical boot. “I’ve got a bad case of Achilles tendinitis,” O’Reilly said, grabbing a quick water break about two hours into the ...
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Yahoo SportsAug 20, 2026, 7:31 PM
One final fling? Aging coach still brings the energy to Pinkerton football
DERRY – If this really is Brian O’Reilly’s final football season at Pinkerton Academy—his 48th as head coach —it looks like he’ll be going out … limping. At least, that’s how it seemed on Day 1 of the 2026 preseason, with O’Reilly pacing the field in an elongated medical boot. “I’ve got a bad case of Achilles tendinitis,” O’Reilly said, grabbing a quick water break about two hours into the ...

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