Beaverton cancels football game due to injuries, safety concerns
Beaverton High School canceled its varsity football game against Harrison due to a depleted roster from injuries.
The Beaverton high school football team has canceled its Friday night game against Harrison, citing a lack of available players and safety concerns. Beaverton started the 2026 season with a 2-1 record. Administrators announced the cancellation on Tuesday due to a high number of injuries among student-athletes. The junior varsity team will play at 6 p.m. Thursday, but the rapid schedule change means they will not have adequate time to rest and recover for the varsity game the following day.
The Beaverton Athletic Department released a statement expressing their top priority is the safety, health, and long-term well-being of student-athletes. While they are disappointed for the varsity players, coaches, and fans, they deemed this step necessary to allow the team time to heal. The department appreciates the understanding and support from Harrison High School, the Jack Pine Conference, and the Beaverton community.
The athletic department is encouraging fans to attend and support the junior varsity squad. Beaverton, a class C district, has approximately 223 students attending the high school, according to the MHSAA.
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