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Villa Grove and Heritage renew football partnership for 2026 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 2:51 PM

Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Villa Grove and Heritage renew football partnership for 2026 season

Summary

Villa Grove and Heritage High Schools have reestablished their cooperative football agreement for the 2026 season, after previously teaming up from 2013 to 2019. Blue Devils coach Heath Wilson expressed optimism for the upcoming season, highlighting returning players and their potential for success. With a roster of up to 45 players and substantial experience on both offense and defense, the team aims to continue their playoff momentum following a 5-5 record last fall. Senior quarterback Jackson Gire looks forward to leveraging the team's depth and chemistry built during the summer program.

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Status Watch

•Villa Grove and Heritage previously cooperated from 2013-19, making playoffs almost every season.
•Coach Heath Wilson expects a strong season with nine returning starters on defense.
•Senior quarterback Jackson Gire returns after throwing for over 1,089 yards last season.
•A robust roster of up to 45 players reported during summer practices.
•Renewed cooperation is seen as a key to continued success for the Blue Devils.

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2:51 PMYahoo Sports — Two-minute drill: What to know about Villa Grove/Heritage football in 2026

What they're saying

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Aug. 15—Villa Grove and Heritage are used to teaming up on the football field The two schools formed a cooperative agreement from 2013-19 and made the playoffs in all but one season during that time. Blue Devils coach Heath Wilson is optimistic that success will continue this fall with a renewed partnership between the schools for the 2026 season. "We've got some kids over there that'll come ...
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