Colton Shubert named starting quarterback for Monticello football team

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 2:49 PM

Last updated Aug 4, 2026

Summary

Colton Shubert is set to become the starting quarterback for the Monticello Sages in the upcoming 2026 season. The senior, who has played as a backup quarterback and outside linebacker, will take the helm in a program known for one-year starting quarterbacks. Monticello, under coach Cully Welter, has a history of successful offensive play despite frequent changes at the quarterback position. Shubert aims to develop his chemistry with returning receiver Zeke Young and master the Sages' complex playbook. The team's official practices begin on August 5, ahead of their season opener at home on August 21 against Chillicothe IVC.

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  • Shubert served as backup quarterback for the past two seasons.
  • Monticello finished 8-3 last season, just missing a playoff win.
  • Team practices start on August 5 before the season opener.
  • Coach Welter emphasizes the importance of summer 7-on-7 events for practice.
  • The Sages' football program has a tradition of one-year starting quarterbacks.
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  • 2:49 PMYahoo SportsShubert is now QB1 for Monticello football
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Aug. 4—MONTICELLO — Colton Shubert is used to playing underneath the Friday night lights. The Monticello senior will just have additional responsibilities — not to mention more eyes on him — when the 2026 season kicks off. That's because Shubert is poised to become the Sages' next starting quarterback, continuing a recent trend of one-year starters for the tradition-rich program. "It puts a ...

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