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Freeman football looks to continue success with new roster in 2026

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 11:49 PM

Last updated Aug 20, 2026

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Summary

Freeman football is set to begin its 2026 season on Friday at Alcester-Hudson. Transitioning back to a standalone program, the Flyers aim to build on a Class 9AA state championship from last year. With a new slate of opponents and several key player departures, head coach Dustin Tschetter expressed confidence in the returning talent. Preseason rankings have Freeman at No. 1 in Class 9A, fueled by all-state selections like lineman Hunter Nankivel and versatile player Easton Tschetter. The team will face a challenging schedule, including a notable Week 3 game against No. 2 Howard.

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Key Details

•Freeman opens the season on August 25 at Alcester-Hudson.
•The Flyers transition back to a standalone program after a decade of co-ops.
•Freeman was ranked No. 1 in Class 9A in the preseason poll.
•The team lost key all-state players but retains several starters.
•Freeman will face former co-op partners and new opponents this season.

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11:49 PMYahoo Sports — Freeman football aims to uphold title standard with next wave of talent

What they're saying

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Aug. 20—FREEMAN, S.D. — As the 2026 season kicks off for the Freeman football program, there are plenty of new elements at play. A new classification and slate of opponents. A host of new players stepping forward into prominent roles. Even a new (or perhaps old) nickname, as Freeman is a standalone program once again after a decade of co-ops and will compete under the Flyers banner for the ...
— Yahoo Sports

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