Orofino football aims to improve in second season under coach Melton

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 12:16 PM

Last updated Aug 27, 2026

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Orofino football begins its co-op season with Timberline of Weippe on August 28, 2026. Under second-year head coach Seth Melton, the team intends to rebound from a winless season with a revamped roster. Senior Korbin Christopherson steps in as quarterback following Landon Connelly's graduation. Other notable players include running back Liam Miller and linebacker Luke Dafoe. Orofino will face new opponents this season, including Marsing and Parma, while continuing their competition against last season's rivals like Salmon and St. Maries.

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  • Orofino opens the season against Parma on August 28, 2026.
  • Korbin Christopherson takes over as starting quarterback.
  • Liam Miller transitions to a larger role at running back.
  • Luke Dafoe shifts from defensive tackle to linebacker.
  • Orofino's schedule includes new opponents like Marsing and Parma.
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  • 12:16 PMYahoo SportsOrofino looking for bounce back season in co-op with Timberline
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Aug. 27—In Year 2 under head coach Seth Melton, Orofino football is co-oping with Timberline of Weippe and has added some new foes to its schedule. This season the Orofino Maniacs take on Marsing, Parma and Logos of Moscow, which is moving up to 3A this season. They will also take on the common opponents from last season in Salmon, St. Maries, Priest River Grangeville and Kellogg. "Logos ...

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