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West Michigan Football Preview: OK Conference & RCA Teams to Watch in 2026
The 2026 season is almost here, and there are plenty of questions surrounding the OK Conference and River Cities Alliance.On the latest episode of Local Legends, we're joined by MLive high school sports writer Patrick Nothaft for a deep dive into area teams.We discuss:Which teams could make the biggest jump in wins from 2025?Who could make the playoffs after missing out last year?Which Grand Rapids-area teams have a legitimate shot at a state championship?Who could be the MVP in each league?And which Week 1 matchups should you have circled—both Thursday and Friday?Let's get ready for Friday…
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