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The Jamestown High School Eagles football team is focused on turning around their fortunes after a winless season in 2024. With returning head coach James Riley, the team aims to leverage past experiences and capitalize on the talents of key returning players as they prepare for an energized 2025 season. The Eagles, led by senior quarterback Ben Hanchett, will commence their season against Tabb High School, seeking to secure a victory and build momentum for the challenging schedule ahead.
Jamestown, VA – The Jamestown High School Eagles football team is gearing up for the 2025 season, determined to recover from a challenging winless season in 2024. With head coach James Riley returning for his second year at the helm, the team is focused on turning around their fortunes on the field.
Last season, the Eagles competed in every game but ultimately struggled to secure a victory. The challenges they faced were marked by moments of strong performances, though inconsistency hindered their ability to clinch wins. As the 2025 season approaches, the team is looking to transform these near-successes into actual victories.
This year, the Eagles will see changes in their lineup due to the graduation of 14 seniors, including six who were starters in the previous season. Among the notable returning players are:
– Senior athlete Vincent Creel
– Senior linebacker and running back Brayden Strouse
– Senior wide receiver and defensive back Mortima Goodridge
– Senior quarterback Ben Hanchett
– Junior running back and defensive back Seth Nicholson
Coach Riley has expressed enthusiasm for the upcoming season and is optimistic about the potential of his returning players. His primary objective is to foster an environment that emphasizes victory, both in games and in the overall development of the players. The coaching staff is working diligently on strategies to help the team finish games strong, addressing the inconsistency that plagued them last season.
The Eagles are set to kick off their 2025 season against Tabb High School on August 28 at 7 p.m. in an away match. This game will be pivotal as the team aims to start the season on a positive note. Following this initial matchup, the Eagles will face a challenging schedule that includes:
- Sept. 4 — home vs. Gloucester
- Sept. 12 — away vs. Warhill
- Sept. 26 — home vs. Bruton
- Oct. 3 — away vs. Poquoson
- Oct. 10 — home vs. Lafayette
- Oct. 17 — away vs. Grafton
- Oct. 24 — home vs. Smithfield
- Oct. 30 — away vs. York
- Nov. 7 — home vs. New Kent
The anticipation surrounding the coming season is palpable, as players and coaches alike prepare for what they hope will be a rejuvenating year for the Eagles. With a mix of returning talent and determination, Jamestown High School’s football team looks to turn the page and rewrite their story as they head into a fresh season.
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- SI: Thomas Sumter Academy vs Williamsburg Academy Preview
- Wikipedia: High School Football
- The Gazette: Austin Blythe on Williamsburg Football
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- WPDE: Lamar High School Coach Tyler Boyd
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