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Emporia athletic staff recommend scheduling with larger 5A schools to stabilize football program
Summary
Athletic staff briefed the board on a non-action update proposing Emporia's football program schedule more 5A opponents to improve competitive balance and roster safety; presenter cited roster sizes (58 players this year) and enrollment disparities (e.g., Manhattan ~140 out for football).
Athletic staff presented an informational update to the Emporia Board of Education outlining a proposed shift in football scheduling to play larger (5A) schools that better match Emporia's competitive needs.
Bo/Beau Welch described a multi-year decline in enrollment and participation that leaves the…
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