Orchard View focused on its steady climb toward more success, football victories

*This story also appeared in the LSJ’s 2026 high school football preview. Click here for the PDF version. By Scott Brandenburg LocalSportsJournal.com Every high school football program hopes to build momentum year by year after gaining an initial foothold. Orchard View believes it’s got the ball rolling in the right direction in head coach Aaron James’ third year as head coach of the Cardinals. James and company believe they are ready to take the next step after doubling their win total in James’ second season in 2025. They finished 5-4. The Cardinals have come a long way in a short…