{
  "id": 19667962,
  "title": "Sheridan football didn't let setbacks ruin its season. What's next?",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/12/sheridan-football-didnt-let-setbacks-ruin-its-season-whats-next",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-12T15:23:51.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/sheridan-football-didnt-let-setbacks-152351048.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Sheridan football team had a challenging year despite their accomplishments, including sharing the Muskingum Valley League-Big School Division title and making a league-high number of postseason appearances. Key injuries, including to the rushing star Logan Russell and most of the linebacker corps, affected the team's performance. The team persevered, defeating three playoff teams in four weeks to end the season with a 9-3 record. The injuries added to the drama, with several players having to play through ailments and injuries. The team's resilience was evident in their ability to rally against the odds, as seen in their home playoff win against New Lex. The seniors had a historic moment winning their first home playoff game, with H-back Brody Barrera calling it \"the best moment of my high school career.\" The coaching staff, led by Paul Culver III, remained supportive and empathetic throughout the season, with the coach acknowledging the senior class' special bond and work ethic. As for what's next, Culver III anticipates challenges in finding replacements, particularly in the trenches, but is optimistic about the development of upperclassmen and the return of skilled players.",
  "summary": "Sheridan's football team was never a full unit in 2026, but its unity and resilience helped it make a mark on the program.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}