Charlevoix football hoists first-ever district title in dominant fashion
CHARLEVOIX — Being the first to ever do something is a merit nobody can take away. And, it comes with a feeling that only those who were in that moment can ever truly describe. When future Charlevoix football teams wonder what it's like to win a district championship, members of the 2026 team is who they'll turn to. They stand alone with that knowledge. Where other teams came close, this year's Rayder team finished the job for the first time ever on Thursday, Nov. 6 against Harrison in a Division 7 district championship meeting at home. With a team built for the poor weather and gritty month of November football, Charlevoix put on a dominant display of toughness to capture a 41-8 victory and garb hold of what has eluded them all these years. “It’s all about the kids,” Charlevoix coach Don Jess said. “I’m so excited for them. They’ve worked really hard and we knew coming in that Harrison was going to be a handful after seeing that McBain score.” The Rayders have collected seven straight playoff seasons, reaching district championship games in four of those campaigns, including three straight years that ended in heartbreak. For Jess, this title
