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Centennial football prepares for season under new coach Keegan Hill

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 4:36 AM

Last updated Aug 11, 2026

Centennial football prepares for season under new coach Keegan Hill

Summary

Centennial football is gearing up for its first season under head coach Keegan Hill, opening on August 22 against Urbana. Early practices have focused on team bonding and establishing the new coaching dynamic. Rising junior Shamir Clark, expected to start at quarterback, received varsity experience last season. Senior wide receiver Escko Law aims to regain form after an injury sidelined him last year. Senior defensive back Jonathan Kolanji emphasizes a positive approach to the coaching change, fostering continuity within the team.

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Status Watch

•Centennial opens the season on August 22 against Urbana.
•Keegan Hill is the new head coach for the Chargers.
•Shamir Clark is expected to start at quarterback.
•Escko Law seeks to return strong after injury last season.
•Jonathan Kolanji stresses team unity during the coaching transition.

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4:36 AMYahoo Sports — Centennial bringing energy in year one with Keegan Hill

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CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) – Centennial football is gearing up for its first season under head coach Keegan Hill. The Chargers new staff and players are getting to know one another throughout early practices. “Establishing what I’m about, what they’re about,” Hill told WCIA. “The momentum we’ve created we want to build on in practice before […]
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