Hough Beats Myers Park for Conference Title
The Huskies dominated the championship game with a 35-0 shutout victory.
Updated on Oct. 24, 2026 in Football
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Hough extended its undefeated season to 9-0 after a 35-0 win over Myers Park in the Greater Charlotte conference championship. The Huskies remain perfect as they head into the final week of regular-season play.
Why it matters
The victory maintains Hough's status as a dominant force in the region while snapping the six-game win streak previously held by Myers Park. The win underscores a season defined by an elite defensive unit that has conceded only two touchdowns all year.
Hough has now recorded five consecutive shutouts, limiting opponents to just two total touchdowns throughout the entire season. The Huskies currently hold a 9-0 record, while Myers Park dropped to 6-3 following the conference title loss.
The players
Hough
This local high school football program currently maintains an undefeated 9-0 season record.
Myers Park
The Mustangs entered the conference championship game on a six-game winning streak.
Ethan Royal
He is the starting quarterback who recorded five touchdown passes during the conference championship victory.
Jahmere Anderson
He is a wide receiver who contributed significantly to the offense with three touchdown catches.
Hopewell
This high school is the site for the final regular season game of the year.
The details
Quarterback Ethan Royal paced the offense by throwing five touchdown passes during the blowout victory. Wide receiver Jahmere Anderson was a primary target for Royal, hauling in three of those scoring passes.
Timeline
October 23, 2026: Hough defeated Myers Park in the conference championship.
Week of October 26, 2026: Hough faces Hopewell in the final regular season game.
Season Trajectory
By securing a win in the Greater Charlotte conference championship, the team has significantly improved its path toward a high seed in the upcoming state playoffs. This dominant performance keeps the Huskies on pace to maintain their undefeated streak through the regular season's conclusion.
Hough continues to anchor its defensive dominance, having allowed only two touchdowns over the course of nine games. The team's successful championship run ensures they will enter their final regular-season matchup with unblemished momentum.
The takeaway
Maintaining such a rigorous defensive standard is a rare feat in high school football that keeps the Huskies as a primary contender. Fans should look to the upcoming finale to see if the team can preserve its perfect record and shutout momentum heading into postseason play.
What happens next
Hough is scheduled to play its final regular-season game on the road against Hopewell High School during the week of October 26, 2026.
Further reading
For more on high school athletics, visit the Charlotte Football section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Charlotte Observer.
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