Although falling short of a state championship, the Riverheads football team's move from Class 1 to Class 2 didn't hinder their journey to the state title game, ultimately losing to Radford. Their coach emphasizes that class doesn't influence how football is played, but achieving this in the first year is rare.

Why It Matters

The team's remarkable season, despite the class change, displays their resilience and skill, raising questions about the impact of class changes on high school football success.

By the Numbers
  • Radford won their first state title since 1972
  • Cayden Cook-Cash finished his career with 105 touchdowns, a school record
  • Riverheads had 10 seniors on its roster this season
State of Play
  • Despite the loss, players consider the season a success
  • The coach urged players to use the defeat as motivation for the next season
What's Next

The loss will fuel the team's hunger for the next season, with the coach challenging the players to turn the taste of defeat into motivation for the future.

Bottom Line

The Riverheads football team's journey to the state title game in their first year in Class 2 showcases their resilience and skill, raising questions about the impact of class changes on high school football success.