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Princeville prepares for season with young roster after playoff run

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 3:54 AM

Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Princeville prepares for season with young roster after playoff run

Summary

Princeville, coming off a 7-3 season and playoff appearance, returns to action with a significantly younger roster. The team graduated many key players, retaining only two starters on both offense and defense. Coach Jon Carruthers emphasized the importance of experienced linebackers Coley Palmer and Collin Carruthers in leading the defense. As they prepare for their season opener against Illini West, the Princes aim to leverage their strong defensive unit, which allowed only 15 points per game last season.

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•Princeville went 7-3 and made the playoffs last season.
•The team has only two returning starters on each side of the ball.
•Coley Palmer and Collin Carruthers lead a young defense.
•The Princes will face Illini West in week one.

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3:54 AMYahoo Sports — Boot Camp: Princeville features young roster

What they're saying

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PRINCEVILLE, Ill. (WMBD) — Princeville went 7-3 last season and made the playoffs last season, however they graduated a lot of talent from last year and return only two starters on each side of the ball. The defense for the Princes was very stingy and tough to score on as they allowed only 15 points […]
— Yahoo Sports

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