Ohio high school football scores, Norton vs. Garfield live updates
Norton High School football plays Garfield in an OHSAA Week 1 game. We'll have live updates throughout the evening.
NORTON — The first week of the 2026 high school football season kicked off with Norton welcoming Garfield onto their home turf at Norton Community Stadium on August 20. The Panthers showcased their prowess last year, achieving a 10-2 record and claiming the Metro Athletic Conference title, while Garfield concluded the previous campaign with a 4-6 record.
For the latest live updates, fans can refer to the provided link. Ohio High School Football Live is accessible throughout the year via the NFHS Network. The standout Norton players to watch include quarterback Trey Kirsten, a third-team Division IV All-Ohio honoree in 2025, who completed 101 of 155 passes for 1,784 yards and added 260 yards and four touchdowns on the ground.
Running back Jason Beverly will shoulder the majority of the workload, sharing the duties last season with Markus Brown. Alex Meinen is expected to serve as Trey Kirsten's primary receiving target. Garfield's spectators should keep an eye on quarterback Darius Sales, who returns for his second year at the helm, while running back Sheldon Corley garners significant attention.
Jayvin Neese is poised to anchor Garfield's offensive line. The head coach of Garfield is Kemp Boyd, who has been at the helm of the Golden Rams for 13 years, encompassing his time at Kenmore. His coaching record stands at 31-83. Norton's coaching staff is led by Glen Krueger, who has been guiding the Panthers for six years, with a coaching record of 45-36.
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