Two-A-Days: Unity Christian Knights

Orange City, Iowa (KCAU) - Unity Christian football transformed a difficult start into a remarkable finish in the previous season, setting the stage for even greater success in 2026. The Knights began the campaign with four consecutive losses, yet managed to secure a playoff spot and pull off an upset against a 7-1 Okoboji team.

Unity Christian wrapped up the year with a 5-6 record, marking the school's highest win total since 2021. The departing senior class has moved on, but returning star rusher Eli Ruschmann had a standout performance, amassing 150 carries for 662 yards and five touchdowns. The team is optimistic about the upcoming season, believing they have only scratched the surface of their potential.

Senior offensive tackle and defensive end Cael Millard expressed his enthusiasm, stating that the offense feels well-established and that the team is ready to go when practice begins. Unity Christian head coach Josh Van Kempen echoed this sentiment, praising the team's progress and strong foundation. The Knights aim to build on their playoff run and playoff victory from last season as they kick off the 2026 campaign against Sioux Center on August 28th.