2026 HS Football Preview: East Newton Patriots
The East Newton Patriots are looking to turn things around in year one of the Jacob LaSalle era. Hear from Head Coach LaSalle and senior QB Carson Rinehart below on the expectations for the 2026 campaign.
East Newton Patriots, under the new leadership of head coach Jacob LaSalle, aim to rebound from a disappointing 2-9 record in 2025. LaSalle, who previously served as an assistant coach and head baseball coach at Lamar High School, wants to create a culture of accountability and consistency. The Patriots field a team of 13 returning seniors and several new players, with Carson Rinehart named as the starting quarterback.
LaSalle's father, Jaime, also joins the coaching staff as the defensive coordinator. The Patriots kick off their season on the road against defending Class 3 state champions, Seneca, in a challenging opener scheduled for Friday, August 28 at 7 p.m.
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