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Daniel Boone looks to build on last season's victory ahead of 2026 opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 4:43 AM

Last updated Aug 3, 2026

Daniel Boone looks to build on last season's victory ahead of 2026 opener
Summary

The Daniel Boone Trailblazers aim to improve during the upcoming 2026 football season after finishing 1-9 last year. Their lone victory over Cocke County ended a 19-game losing streak. Head coach Jeremy Jenkins highlights the return of key players, including running back Dru Fleming and quarterback Mykah Lucas. Jenkins expressed confidence in the team's progress during the offseason and emphasized the goal of hosting a playoff game. Daniel Boone opens the season at home against Volunteer on August 21.

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  • •Daniel Boone finished last season 1-9, ending a 19-game losing streak.
  • •Coach Jeremy Jenkins believes in the team's progress this offseason.
  • •Dru Fleming returns as an All-Conference running back.
  • •Season opener against Volunteer scheduled for August 21.
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  • 4:43 AMYahoo Sports — Countdown to Kickoff: Daniel Boone looks to build on breakthrough victory in 2026 season
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GRAY, Tenn. (WJHL) — As we countdown to kickoff, we turn the spotlight on the Daniel Boone Trailblazers who are hoping a productive offseason will help accelerate the next step in the program’s rebuild. Daniel Boone finished 1-9 last season, but its lone victory over Cocke County ended a 19-game losing streak. Four years removed […]

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