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High school football preview: Rock Island

By Joey Donia
Published: Aug. 14, 2026 at 11:55 PM CDT
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Rock Island, Illinois (KWQC) - A new era for Rock Island football is underway as Anthony Roome takes over as head coach of the Rocks. Rock Island will kickoff the season on the road against Kaneland August 21st.

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