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Conneaut prepares for matchup against Kirtland in football

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 1:19 PM

Last updated Sep 17, 2026

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Summary

The Conneaut Spartans, undefeated after four games, will face Kirtland on Friday at Wilson Stadium in a Chagrin Valley Conference game. This matchup marks Conneaut's best start since the 1980s, led by a strong senior class and solid depth. Kirtland, the defending state champion, has a 3-1 record and is currently averaging nearly 37 points per game. Conneaut head coach Rocco Dobran expressed that this game offers an opportunity for his team to gauge their progress against a top-tier program. Both coaches acknowledged the strengths of their respective teams, highlighting the athleticism and leadership present in Conneaut and the fundamental execution from Kirtland.

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By the Numbers

•Conneaut is 4-0, its best start since the early 1980s.
•Kirtland has a 3-1 record, averaging nearly 37 points per game.
•Game scheduled for Friday at 7 p.m. at Wilson Stadium.
•Rocco Dobran leads Conneaut's strong senior class.
•Kirtland's defense is led by a returning experienced line.

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1:19 PMYahoo Sports — Conneaut excited to play perennial state power Kirtland

What they're saying

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KIRTLAND — Undefeated through their first four games of the 2026 football campaign, the Conneaut Spartans are off to their best start since Rocco Dobran took over the program 16 years ago. It’s also the best start in school history since the early 1980s. Led by a strong senior class and, according to Dobran, depth like he hasn’t had before, the Spartans have used that to record some impressive ...
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