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Tuscola football opens season at home against Robbinsville

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 10:17 PM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

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Tuscola football hosts Robbinsville on August 19 to kick off the 2026 season, marking the 90th anniversary of C.E. Weatherby Stadium. The Mountaineers finished last season with a 6-6 record and are looking to build on that momentum. Tuscola coach Jonathan Crompton noted an increase in player participation this year, supplementing a squad that returns key talents such as running back Sam Trantham and linebacker Ty Walker. Robbinsville, coming off a state title game appearance last season, has lost significant senior talent, creating uncertainty about the matchup.

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  • •Tuscola aims to improve on last season's 6-6 record.
  • •Robbinsville defeated Tuscola 28-14 in last year's opener.
  • •Sam Trantham returns after rushing for nearly 1,500 yards last season.
  • •C.E. Weatherby Stadium celebrates its 90th anniversary this season.
  • •Tuscola's defense includes experienced players like Elijah Pruitt and Ty Walker.
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  • 10:17 PMYahoo Sports — The stage is set: Tuscola football opens season at home against a formidable Robbinsville squad
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Aug. 19—There's a whole lot to be excited about in Waynesville. Friday night, Tuscola football hosts Robbinsville to open up the 2026 campaign — a season that will mark the 90th anniversary of C.E. Weatherby Stadium. The team will celebrate the stadium's historic milestone with a commemorative jersey patch. A win over Robbinsville to open up the new season would be the cherry on top. "It's ...

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