'The standard is the standard' at Williamstown with many key players returning
2026 Summer Previews
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The streak lives on—and Williamstown believes bigger things are ahead.
After overcoming a 1-4 start to extend the program's playoff streak to 26 consecutive seasons, the Yellowjackets enter 2026 with an experienced roster determined to return to championship contention.
Junior quarterback Breck Allen returns after accounting for nearly 2,000 total yards and 20 touchdowns in his first season as the starter. Dynamic athlete Jackson Fulton adds another explosive weapon to the offense, while First Team All-State lineman Christian Hoosier anchors one of the state's most talented fronts.
Head coach Chris Beck believes last year's adversity helped accelerate the development of a young team that now understands what it takes to compete for championships.
With the program's championship standard firmly in place, Williamstown has its sights set on bringing another state title back to Wood County.
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