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Geneva Eagles prepare for a shifting lineup heading into the season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 8:48 PM

Last updated Aug 15, 2026

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Geneva Eagles head coach Don Shymske faces challenges as he enters the season with only three returning offensive starters. The team looks to solidify positions for new players, including skill positions and quarterback, where a battle is underway between Nate Hutchens and Johnny Dodick. Shymske noted the importance of finding roles for senior offensive linemen Jacob Clemens and Braden Stark, alongside other candidates vying for starting spots. The strength of the team may lie in its offensive and defensive lines, which Shymske believes can compete effectively. The Eagles will continue to finalize their lineup as the preseason progresses.

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•Three returning offensive starters include Clemens, Stark, and Anderson.
•Owen Davis and Cooper Dubsky are solidified as halfbacks.
•Quarterback competition is close between Hutchens and Dodick.
•Shymske is uncertain about other offensive line positions.
•The team's overall success hinges on new players adapting quickly.

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8:48 PMYahoo Sports — Eagles figure to be strong on the line

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GENEVA — With just three returning starters on offense — senior offensive linemen Jacob Clemens, Braden Stark and senior split end Michael Anderson — Geneva head coach Don Shymske is not necessarily expecting his team to average the 43 points a game his team did last year. Figuring out the best positions for each of his new players is going to be the key. “That’s going to be the secret for ...
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Yahoo SportsAug 15, 2026, 8:48 PM
Eagles figure to be strong on the line
GENEVA — With just three returning starters on offense — senior offensive linemen Jacob Clemens, Braden Stark and senior split end Michael Anderson — Geneva head coach Don Shymske is not necessarily expecting his team to average the 43 points a game his team did last year. Figuring out the best positions for each of his new players is going to be the key. “That’s going to be the secret for ...

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