Fairbanks Panthers were bright spot in otherwise difficult grid season for area high schools
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November 9, 2024
Fairbanks’ John Doll (17) breaks up a pass during a 2024 victory over Springfield Catholic Central. The Panthers finished the season with a 7-4 record, which included seven consecutive victories. (Journal-Tribune photo by Tim Miller)

Fairbanks Panthers were bright spot in otherwise difficult grid season for area high schools

By Tim Miller 

It’s no secret that the 2024 high school football season wasn’t that great for Union County-area teams.

A rather weak 18-35 record was compiled among the five teams in the Journal-Tribune’s coverage area.

The one true bright spot,  however, belonged to Fairbanks.

The Panthers went into the campa...

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