Greenwich linebacker Justin Carroll leads defense for third straight title
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 1, 2026, 10:00 AM
Last updated Sep 1, 2026

Greenwich senior linebacker Justin Carroll prepares for his final high school season as the Cardinals aim to secure their third consecutive CIAC state championship. The program has never achieved three straight titles in its history. As one of only two returning defensive starters, Carroll is moving back to middle linebacker and taking on a larger leadership role. Coach Anthony Morello will also utilize Carroll as a running back in a committee approach, with projections of 10 to 15 touches per game. Carroll has already committed to play at Carnegie Mellon University for his collegiate career.
- •Justin Carroll is one of two returning starters on the Greenwich defense.
- •The Cardinals seek their first-ever third consecutive CIAC state title.
- •Coach Anthony Morello plans to use Carroll as a running back in a committee role.
- •Carroll has committed to continue his football career at Carnegie Mellon.
- 10:00 AMYahoo Sports — Greenwich's Justin Carroll leads chase for historic third straight CIAC championship
"Greenwich linebacker Justin Carroll is ready to step into new role as Cardinals chase a third-straight CIAC title.
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