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Vikings focus on improvement amid challenging recent seasons

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 2:51 PM

Last updated Aug 13, 2026

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The Danville Vikings, coming off a 2-7 season, have significantly improved their summer training, creating a positive atmosphere, according to head coach Marcus Forrest. Players have shown increased commitment in the weight room, with key contributors like D'Mario Jackson poised to make an impact on both offense and defense this fall. Forrest will emphasize adaptation to changes in the IHSA football calendar while aiming for a playoff appearance in his 10th season. The team's offensive and defensive lines, filled with returning players, are expected to bolster their performance this season.

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•Vikings finished last season with a 2-7 record.
•Players report a more enjoyable summer training experience.
•D'Mario Jackson aims for a bigger role following state track titles.
•Returning offensive and defensive linemen seek to strengthen the team.
•Coach Forrest hopes to reach playoffs in 10th season's effort.

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2:51 PMYahoo Sports — Vikings aim to take step forward: 'It's been one of the more enjoyable summers'

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Aug. 13—DANVILLE — Marcus Forrest knows that Danville football hasn't posted particularly impressive records in either of the last two seasons. But that hasn't stopped the Vikings from having an impressive summer in his estimation. "It's been a different feeling for us," Forrest said. "Especially coming off of last year and having a 2-7 year. A lot of times you come off of (a 2-7 record), and ...
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Yahoo SportsAug 13, 2026, 2:51 PM
Vikings aim to take step forward: 'It's been one of the more enjoyable summers'
Aug. 13—DANVILLE — Marcus Forrest knows that Danville football hasn't posted particularly impressive records in either of the last two seasons. But that hasn't stopped the Vikings from having an impressive summer in his estimation. "It's been a different feeling for us," Forrest said. "Especially coming off of last year and having a 2-7 year. A lot of times you come off of (a 2-7 record), and ...

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