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TEAMS TO KNOW 2026: Cleveland (NC)
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TEAMS TO KNOW 2026: Cleveland (NC)
Cleveland is coming off a 10-2 season and a second-round playoff appearance, and the program enters 2026 with balance on both sides.
The Rams bring back 6 starters on offense and 6 on defense, with Owen Hulbert, Kaleb Ferrell, Markus Medley, Kaden Blake, and Brody Barnes among the names to know as Cleveland looks to take the next step this fall.
“Average is the enemy.”
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