Week 1 football roundup: Algonac, Almont, Imlay City and St. Clair all win on opening night
The Muskrats, Raiders, Spartans and Saints were all victorious in their respective season openers on Thursday, Aug. 27.
In the opening night of the 2026 high school football season, Algonac, Almont, Imlay City, and St. Clair each secured victory. Algonac defeated Clintondale 20-12, with quarterback Jaxon Shafer contributing significantly with 75 passing yards and a touchdown on the ground. Almont beat Marysville 14-13, while Imlay City triumphed over Flint Powers Catholic 14-7.
St. Clair emerged victorious in a thrilling double overtime game, defeating Hazel Park 56-0, with quarterback Jaxon Turnbull accounting for four touchdowns. Port Huron opened the season with a double overtime win at the Big House, while Redford Thurston edged Port Huron Northern 14-10. Swartz Creek edged Yale 48-45, and Petoskey defeated Croswell-Lexington 35-8.
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