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UTHS Football prepares for season opener against Wheaton Academy

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 3:48 AM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

UTHS Football prepares for season opener against Wheaton Academy

Summary

United Township High School's football team, the Panthers, is gearing up for their season opener against Wheaton Academy on Friday night. The squad is coming off its first playoff appearance in 24 years, a milestone that has elevated expectations within the program. Players and coaches believe the playoff experience has boosted morale and intensified the focus for the upcoming season. Seniors Leo Sim and Jonathan Drake, along with head coach Nick Welch, emphasized the emergence of leadership within the team, with a collective aspiration to build on last year’s success and maintain their playoff presence.

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By the Numbers

•United Township plays Wheaton Academy in season opener.
•First playoff appearance in 24 years raised team expectations.
•Leadership and morale are high among players and coaches.
•Coach Welch emphasizes player-led team dynamics for success.

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3:48 AMYahoo Sports — UTHS Football is eager for upcoming season

What they're saying

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Energy is high at United Township as the Panthers get ready to begin the season. “I feel like we’ve been working hard all summer, all winter, all offseason with the workouts and everything. We really have expanded on that standard,” said Leo Sim, a United Township senior. “It’s been fun to watch this group, ya […]
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