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West De Pere football prepares for Division 1 challenge after championship season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 10:07 AM

Last updated Aug 6, 2026

West De Pere football prepares for Division 1 challenge after championship season
Summary

West De Pere football will compete in Division 1 for the first time after a 14-0 season and winning the WIAA Division 2 state title in 2025. Senior Cooper Borowicz, committed to NCAA Division II Northern Michigan, emphasizes the team’s motivation despite the loss of key players and a new head coach, Kegan Wirtz. Borowicz and his teammates seek to replicate the success of last season while adjusting to significant roster changes. The Phantoms are looking to build on their prior success in a different division, which will present them with new challenges this season.

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  • •West De Pere won the WIAA Division 2 title in 2025.
  • •The team moves to Division 1 for the upcoming season.
  • •Key players like Patrick Greisen and Judeah Kniskern have graduated.
  • •Kegan Wirtz is the new head coach after Chris Greisen's departure.
  • •Borowicz leads a team eager to replace lost talent and succeed.
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  • 10:07 AMYahoo Sports — West De Pere football remains motivated after perfect season in 2025
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The West De Pere football team will compete in Division 1 for the first time, one year after winning the WIAA Division 2 state title.

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