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Tri-Valley prepares for new season after quarterfinals playoff run

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 3:54 AM

Last updated Aug 10, 2026

Tri-Valley prepares for new season after quarterfinals playoff run

Summary

Tri-Valley's football team is gearing up for the season following a quarterfinals playoff appearance last year. With 51 players on the roster, the team is led by seven seniors. Key returning players include first team All-Conference running back Preston Johnson and newly appointed starting quarterback Owen McLean. Fullback Kix Yaklich joins the lineup to strengthen the running game. The Vikings have begun preparations with optimism about building on last season's success as they prepare to face Gibson City-Melvin-Sibley in their first game.

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Status Watch

•Tri-Valley returns six offensive starters from last season.
•Owen McLean takes over as starting quarterback.
•First game against Gibson City-Melvin-Sibley is upcoming.
•Team believes they have improved through offseason training.

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3:54 AMYahoo Sports — Boot Camp: Tri-Valley looks to build off quarterfinals appearance

What they're saying

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DOWNS, Ill. (WMBD) — Tri-Valley is coming off a nice run in the playoffs that went to the quarterfinals last season. This year they have 51 players in the program, but they only have seven seniors. The Vikings return six starters on offense, including first team All-Conference running back Preston Johnson and add fullback Kix […]
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