HISTORY MADE: OLENTANGY ORANGE CLAIMS FIRST-EVER REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP — NOW 13-0

Olentangy Orange celebrates their regional championship after delivering a commanding performance against Pickerington Central, showcasing poise, discipline, and excellence on the biggest stage. A statement win from a program that continues to elevate its standard.

Olentangy Orange, located in Lewis Center, Ohio, has officially made history. For the first time ever, the Pioneers finished their regular season at a perfect 10-0, setting a new standard for excellence within the program. That momentum carried straight into the playoffs as Orange captured its first regional championship, cementing their place among the elite teams in the state. With a trip to the state semifinals now locked in, the community is buzzing with pride and anticipation.

What sparked this rapid rise? One word: culture. The arrival of former Granville head coach Wes Schroeder has completely reshaped the identity of this program. From day one, Schroeder emphasized discipline, unity, and accountability—values that have taken root in every player and every practice. In just his second year leading the Pioneers, the results speak for themselves: an undefeated regular season, a regional title, and a team that plays with confidence, toughness, and purpose.

Under Schroeder’s leadership, Orange hasn’t just improved—they’ve transformed. The players carry themselves differently. The energy on the sidelines is different. The belief inside that locker room is different. This is a group that refuses to back down, that embraces every challenge, and that represents the new standard of Olentangy Orange football. The entire program, from coaches to athletes to fans, feels the impact of this culture shift.

Now, the Pioneers are just one step away from making even bigger history. Orange will meet powerhouse St. Edward in the state semifinals at Arlin Field in Mansfield, Ohio—a matchup that promises intensity, emotion, and elite-level football. With the best season in program history already secured, the Pioneers aren’t satisfied yet. They’re chasing something even greater: a shot at becoming state champions.