High school football season is almost here, and WLAQ is getting you ready for kickoff with our 2026 High School Football Previews.
WLAQ sat down with the head coaches from all seven local programs to talk about their teams, the work they’ve put in during the offseason and what fans can look forward to when the lights shine this fall.
All seven previews are now available on demand. Catch up on any you missed — or watch them all — below.
Rome Wolves — Head Coach Bill Stewart
Bill Stewart begins his first season as head coach of the Rome Wolves, bringing years of coaching experience to one of Northwest Georgia’s most prominent football programs.
Armuchee Indians — Head Coach Aaron Avery
Aaron Avery enters his second season leading the Armuchee Indians as the program continues building toward the 2026 season.
Darlington Tigers — Head Coach Wayne Groves
Wayne Groves enters his fourth season as head coach of the Darlington Tigers. Hear from Coach Groves about the Tigers as they prepare for another season of Friday night football.
Coosa Eagles — Head Coach Jason Howard
The Coosa Eagles are preparing for the season under their new head coach Jason Howard. Coach Howard joins WLAQ to talk about his team and the work taking place ahead of kickoff.
Model Blue Devils — Head Coach Jeff Hunnicutt
Head coach Jeff Hunnicutt gives WLAQ a look at the Model Blue Devils as they prepare to take the field for the 2026 high school football season.
Pepperell Dragons — Head Coach Brandon Haywood
Coach Brandon Haywood and the Pepperell Dragons are getting ready for another season of football in Lindale. Hear from Coach Haywood about the Dragons heading into 2026.
Unity Christian School Lions — Head Coach David Humphreys
Head coach David Humphreys joins WLAQ to preview the Unity Christian School Lions and their preparations for the upcoming season.
And We’re Just Getting Started
The previews are only the beginning of WLAQ’s high school football coverage in 2026.
This fall, WLAQ will continue its long tradition of bringing Darlington Tigers football to radio listeners on Friday nights, with live coverage throughout the season.
Then, when the games are over, we’ll turn our attention to the entire area with Friday Night Final presented by Rome Orthopaedic Center.
Join Matt Davis and Ian Griffin every Friday night from 10:00–11:30 p.m. for scores from across the area, game recaps, coach interviews, analysis and everything you need to wrap up another Friday night of Northwest Georgia high school football.
From the opening kickoff to the final scores of the night, make WLAQ part of your Friday night football tradition.
Follow WLAQ on Facebook and Instagram and subscribe to the WLAQ YouTube channel so you don’t miss any of our 2026 football coverage.
Local teams. Local voices. Friday nights on WLAQ.
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