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Historic win for Kenowa Hills headlines Grand Rapids-area prep football district finals

By Kenowa Athletics | Nov 8, 2026 2:48 PM

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GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Kenowa Hills ended a 34-year drought last week by winning its first playoff game since 1992, and the Knights added some more historical significance to their 2026 season by capturing the program’s first district title. The Knights defeated Ludington, 63-0, in their Division 4 matchup, as three different players accounted for two touchdowns each, including future University of Michigan running back Lundon Hampton. Game Summary & Highlights • Historic Milestone: The victory gave the Knights (10–1) their first district title ever and their first playoff win run of this scale since 1992. • Lundon Hampton: The Future University of Michigan running back rushed for 92 yards and two touchdowns on just nine carries. • Kuimani Broussard: Added 69 rushing yards and two scores on nine touches. • Zac McCarthy: Caught two touchdown passes (27 and 30 yards). • Emmett Fussman: Scored a touchdown on a four-yard reception from backup quarterback Chase Taylor. • Defensive Stand: Hudson Drake led the defense with seven tackles, while Brayden Erdman added four stops and a sack, holding Ludington to just 135 total yards (6 passing yards). Next Matchup • Regional Final: Kenowa Hills advances to face Hudsonville Unity Christian in the Division 4 regional championship round Friday Nov.13th at 7pm at Knights Stadium.