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Hershey aims for playoff berth with revamped football team

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 12:03 AM

Last updated Aug 23, 2026

Hershey aims for playoff berth with revamped football team

Summary

The Hershey Trojans are gearing up for the Cocoa Bean Bowl against the Milton Hershey Spartans on August 28. Coming off a 7-3 season where three losses were by a total of 13 points, the team has high expectations for improvement, aided by a new junior class. Key players like quarterback Bentley Kohr emphasize the need for teamwork and reducing mistakes, while running back Harrison Farmen expresses confidence in the team's potential. Head Coach Mark Painter stresses the importance of purpose and execution to finish games more effectively.

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By the Numbers

•Hershey missed playoffs last year with a 7-3 record.
•New junior class includes 16 starters.
•Season opener against Milton Hershey on August 28.
•Coach Painter emphasizes purpose and execution.
•Kohr and Farmen highlight teamwork as key to success.

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What they're saying

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HERSHEY, Pa. (WHTM) — Hershey narrowly missed the District 3 5A playoffs last year with a 7-3 record, with their three losses coming by a combined 13 points. But this team is revamped with a talented junior class, and expectations are high in chocolate town. “We talk about purpose and execution. You have to have […]
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