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Jacksonville High football ineligible for 2026 AHSAA playoffs over violations

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 24, 2026, 9:48 PM

Last updated Sep 24, 2026

Jacksonville High football ineligible for 2026 AHSAA playoffs over violations
Summary

Jacksonville High School has been declared ineligible for the 2026 AHSAA football playoffs due to multiple rule violations, including a breach of the recruiting rule. This decision follows an earlier sanction for fielding an ineligible player, which resulted in one game being forfeited. In addition to losing playoff eligibility, head coach Jeremy Sullivan and assistant coach Phileepae Holloway face a one-season suspension. Jacksonville currently holds a record of 3-2 prior to potential further forfeits and is scheduled to compete against Cherokee County on September 25.

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Key Details
  • •Jacksonville High football loses playoff eligibility for 2026 AHSAA season.
  • •Team violated recruiting rules and previously played an ineligible player.
  • •Coaches Jeremy Sullivan and Phileepae Holloway receive one-season suspensions.
  • •Jacksonville's record stands at 3-2 before further forfeits.
  • •Next game is against Cherokee County on September 25.
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  • 9:48 PMYahoo Sports — Jacksonville football lose 2026 AHSAA playoff eligibility over rules violations
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Jacksonville High has been deemed ineligible for the 2026 AHSAA football playoffs due to a second rule violation during the season, and two coaches have also been punished.

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