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Litchfield Dragons prepare for 2026 season following state tournament appearance

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 1, 2026, 10:33 PM

Last updated Sep 1, 2026

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Summary

Litchfield enters the 2026 football season aiming to build on a 2025 campaign that included a Section 6AAA title and the program's first state tournament appearance since 2006. Head coach Jim Jackman leads the team into his 14th season with a roster that must replace several starters, including the graduation of quarterback Alex Medina and four offensive linemen. Senior running back Anthony Taylor remains a central component of the offense after recording nearly 2,000 rushing yards and 30 touchdowns last year. While the offensive backfield and line face turnover, the defense returns seven starters, including linemen Lucas Miller and Jalen Prevo. Coaches expect depth players who gained experience in 2025 to stabilize the unit as the Dragons transition into new starting roles.

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By the Numbers

•Litchfield won the Section 6AAA title and reached the state tournament in 2025.
•Running back Anthony Taylor returns after setting school records for rushing yards and touchdowns.
•The team must replace quarterback Alex Medina and four offensive line starters.
•Seven defensive starters return for the upcoming 2026 season.
•Jim Jackman enters his 14th season as the head coach of the Dragons.

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What they're saying

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Sep. 1—LITCHFIELD — After winning Section 6AAA and making the state tournament for the first time since 2006, the Litchfield football team is looking for an encore. Doing that will be no small feat for the Dragons. But, Litchfield is motivated to make it happen. "Although the Dragons will look different in 2026, the foundation is in place for another competitive season," said Litchfield head ...
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