Lafayette Generals prepare for 2026 season under Coach Jon Lawson
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 11:40 PM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026
The Lafayette Generals football team is gearing up for the 2026 season, beginning August 21 at home against North Oldham. With Coach Jon Lawson at the helm, the team has shown improvement in recent years, retaining a solid core of players with fewer than 10 seniors graduating. Lawson emphasized the benefit of having players with experience and understanding of the team's culture, which he believes will enhance their competitiveness in class 6A football this season.
- •Lafayette opens the season on August 21 against North Oldham.
- •Coach Jon Lawson has guided the team toward positive growth.
- •The Generals retain most of their players from 2025.
- •Fewer than 10 seniors are graduating this year.
- •Experience and culture are key focal points for the coaching staff.
- 11:40 PMYahoo Sports — Home Team Friday Nights previews the Lafayette Generals football team
"The Lafayette Generals have been trending in a positive direction over the past few seasons under Head Coach Jon Lawson.
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