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Ross Coppock leads Dayton Flyers in tackles against Valparaiso

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 6, 2026, 2:01 AM

Last updated Nov 6, 2026

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Summary

The Dayton Flyers, holding a record of 7-1, are set to face Valparaiso, which has improved to 4-4, on Saturday, November 7, at Welcome Stadium. Junior safety Ross Coppock, a Centerville High School graduate, is making an impact, leading Dayton with 58 tackles this season, including seven in their last game. Coppock, who transferred from Gardner-Webb, expressed his desire to return home to play for the Flyers, contributing significantly to their defense. Dayton shares first place in the Pioneer Football League with Butler and St. Thomas, while Valparaiso looks to build on its recent turnaround under second-year coach Andy Waddle.

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•Dayton Flyers hold a 7-1 record heading into the matchup.
•Ross Coppock leads Dayton with 58 tackles this season.
•Valparaiso is tied for fourth in the Pioneer Football League.
•Last season, Dayton defeated Valparaiso 41-10.
•Coppock transferred to Dayton to be closer to home.

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What they're saying

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The Valparaiso football game notes, distributed to the media and published on the school’s website each week, provide a unique look at many of the players on the roster. There are biographical details fans would never find in a box score. “Alex Prine had a close encounter with a black bear in Canada.” “Alex Goworowski has never seen Star Wars, Rocky, Harry Potter, Indiana Jones or Caddyshack.” ...
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