​The Carrollton Warriors kick off the 2026 high school football season on August 21, opening their campaign in Division IV, Region 15 for the postseason. After finishing the 2025 season with a 4-6 record, the Warriors approach this year aiming to improve and contend for a postseason berth. The schedule for 2026 features a mix of nonconference and potential region matchups, with all regular-season games slated to start at 7:00 p.m., unless otherwise noted. For readers seeking additional Stark County-area schedules, there is a link available to view comprehensive listings.
The opening game on August 21 takes Carrollton north to East Liverpool for a nonleague contest. The following Friday, August 28, the Warriors host Edison, hoping to secure a home win early in the season. On September 4, Carrollton visits Cloverleaf, and on September 11, they travel to Claymont. September 18 brings a home game against Howland, followed by a September 25 trip to Alliance. The schedule then features a home clash with West Branch on October 2, and an away game at Marlington on October 9. Carrollton wraps up the regular season with a Friday night showdown at Salem on October 16, and a home date against Minerva on October 23.
If Carrollton earns a spot in the state playoffs, the postseason is set to begin on October 30, with the Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) state championships scheduled for December 3-5 at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton. The Warriors’ 2026 campaign is framed by the 2025 results, which included a mix of tight losses and decisive wins, giving the program plenty of motivation to improve and push deeper into the postseason.
A look back at last season’s results reveals a series of hard-fought games. In their opener on Friday, August 22, Carrollton faced East Liverpool and suffered a 23-12 loss. The following Friday, August 29, the Warriors bounced back with a 16-14 victory at Edison. On September 5, Carrollton traveled to Cloverleaf and came up short, losing 42-18. The September 12 matchup with Howland produced a 16-10 win for Carrollton, while September 19 saw Akron Garfield edge the Warriors 20-0. On September 26, Carrollton defeated Marlington 24-7, signaling a strong conference performance. October brought a challenging run: a 47-28 loss at Alliance on October 3, followed by a 48-20 defeat to Salem on October 10. October 17 featured a road test at West Branch, where Carrollton fell 48-7, and the month closed with a home victory over Minerva, 38-14.
For readers who want the most up-to-date information and deeper coverage, the Canton Repository sports department can be reached by email at sports@cantonrep.com. This article consolidates Carrollton’s 2026 schedule, OHSAA playoff structure, and a recap of 2025 results to provide a comprehensive view of where the Warriors stand and what to expect in the upcoming season. This content helps with search engine visibility by aligning with the OHSAA framework and locality-specific interest in Carrollton football.