Manual prepares for season opener after winless campaign last year
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 3:37 AM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
Manual High School in Peoria, Illinois, faces Lincoln in its season opener. After finishing last season winless at 0-9, the Rams aim for improvement this year. Head coach Dennis Bailey emphasized effort, attitude, and toughness, elements he believes have improved during the summer. Junior quarterback B.J. Maxison noted a marked enhancement in team effort and discipline in practice, with a focus on avoiding wasted movements.
- •Manual went 0-9 last season and has won only three games in three years.
- •Head coach Dennis Bailey highlights effort and toughness as key focuses.
- •The Rams will play Lincoln in their season opener.
- •Junior quarterback B.J. Maxison reports improved team attitude and effort.
- 3:37 AMYahoo Sports — Boot Camp: Manual looks to get back on winning track
"PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Manual has struggled on the gridiron in recent years and went winless last season at 0-9. Over the previous three seasons the Rams have won only three games. Despite the struggles, Manual is optimistic about this year’s group. Head coach Dennis Bailey said the team is ignoring the outside noise and […]
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