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Rogers and North Kingstown kick off football practices ahead of season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 10:06 AM

Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Rogers and North Kingstown kick off football practices ahead of season
Summary

The RIIL football season began on August 17 with afternoon practices across the state. At Rogers, head coach Charlie Bibeault expressed optimism about recovering from last year's struggles, as the Vikings focus on building a competitive roster with young talent. North Kingstown aims to contend for a Super Bowl berth with a strong returning lineup, despite some discussions about rebuilding. Both teams are preparing for scrimmages and upcoming games, including a notable matchup between Rogers and Middletown on September 11 and North Kingstown's pursuit of a successful season after a solid 2025 campaign.

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  • •Rogers starts practices after a challenging season last year.
  • •North Kingstown is targeting a Super Bowl berth with an experienced roster.
  • •Rogers will face Middletown in a key opener on September 11.
  • •North Kingstown looks to build on an 8-2 campaign from last season.
  • •Afternoon practices took place across the state on August 17.
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  • 10:06 AMYahoo Sports — Afternoon practices bring excitement for schools big and small on Monday
What they're saying
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The RIIL football season officially started Monday and most of the state opted for afternoon practices. Here's what the Journal saw at various camps.

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