After a 25-game winning streak and three losses in the last three seasons, Bridgeport enters 2026 with unfinished business.

The Indians' Class AAA title defense came to a sudden end in last year's state quarterfinals, but a veteran backfield and a hungry roster have their sights set on another championship run.

Head coach Tyler Phares discusses replacing key contributors along the offensive and defensive lines, the development of a younger group of players, and the challenge of maintaining one of West Virginia's premier football programs.
With returning playmakers Gavin Williams, Gabe Martin, Eli Knight, Graham Vincent, and others in the backfield, Bridgeport expects to remain one of the state's most dangerous rushing attacks. The Indians also tested themselves this summer by winning the team championship at the WVU 7-on-7 camp.

Bridgeport faces another demanding schedule in 2026, highlighted by a marquee showdown with Class AAAA runner-up Martinsburg in Week 2.

🎥 Interviews with Tyler Phares, Tristin Noble, Sean Veltri, Brodie Prunty, Cam Hathaway, and more as the Indians prepare for the 2026 season.