Yorktown football team helps teammate after flood damage to home

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 1:22 PM

Last updated Aug 20, 2026

Yorktown football team helps teammate after flood damage to home
Summary

On August 16, sophomore wide receiver Max Moulton's home in Yorktown faced severe flooding, with 18 inches of water damaging their basement. As the family struggled to salvage belongings, Yorktown football players quickly responded after coach Mike Wilhelm relayed a call for help. Approximately 25 teammates arrived to assist, completing the cleanup in about an hour while working through rain. Max expressed gratitude for the support, emphasizing the strong bond within the team, which he likened to family.

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  • Max Moulton's home suffered extensive flood damage on August 16.
  • Yorktown football players helped clean the flooded basement within an hour.
  • Around 25 teammates showed up to assist despite adverse weather conditions.
  • The Moulton family is thankful for the community's support during the crisis.
  • Max emphasized the importance of team unity and brotherhood.
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The Yorktown football brotherhood was on full display when the Tigers rallied to help a young teammate and his family who dealt with flood damage.

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