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New Rockford-Sheyenne football team aims for third consecutive title

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 4:46 PM

Last updated Aug 20, 2026

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Summary

New Rockford-Sheyenne, the defending state champions, are preparing for their upcoming football season, seeking a third consecutive title. Coach Elliott Belquist highlighted the challenge of replacing five graduated seniors while maintaining high expectations, as the team has only lost one game over the past three years. The Rockets begin practices and are set to face Cavalier on Aug. 21. Belquist expressed excitement about the incoming talent stepping into new roles, including players like Tommy Allmaras and Layton Jacobson, who have earned recognition in previous seasons.

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By the Numbers

•New Rockford-Sheyenne aims for a third consecutive Dakota Bowl title.
•The team has a 35-1 record since 2023.
•Practices began on Aug. 6, with their first game on Aug. 21.
•Five seniors graduated, creating new roles for younger players.
•Coach Belquist is optimistic about the team's commitment and potential.

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4:46 PMYahoo Sports — Defending state champs New Rockford-Sheyenne going for the 3-peat

What they're saying

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Aug. 20—NEW ROCKFORD, N.D. — New Rockford-Sheyenne notched two undefeated seasons back-to-back, so the question is: Can the Rockets do it a third time? They are sure going to try. "It's a big year with big spots to fill," head coach Elliott Belquist said. "I am excited to get out there and see what those new kids can do in those roles that they have been waiting for for a couple of years now. ...
— Yahoo Sports

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