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Georgia High School Football Team Forced to Forfeit 8 Games
Locust Grove High School must forfeit wins due to use of ineligible player
Published on Feb. 11, 2026
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The Locust Grove High School football team in Georgia has been forced to forfeit eight of its wins from the 2025 season after the Georgia High School Association ruled the team used an ineligible player. The forfeits take Locust Grove's record from 9-1 to 1-9, raising questions about how the program will rebound with several top prospects still on the roster.
Why it matters
This is the second straight year a Region 2 program in Georgia has faced forfeits due to eligibility violations, highlighting the importance of following GHSA rules and the potential impact on a team's season and reputation.
The details
According to a post by the Henry County Superintendent, the Georgia High School Association determined that Locust Grove High School used an ineligible player during the 2025 season, resulting in the forfeiture of eight of the team's wins. This drops the Wildcats' record from 9-1 to 1-9 for the season.
- The forfeits were announced on February 11, 2026.
- The ineligible player violations occurred during the 2025 high school football season.
The players
Locust Grove High School
A high school football program in Georgia that was forced to forfeit eight games from the 2025 season for using an ineligible player.
Georgia High School Association
The governing body for high school sports in the state of Georgia that ruled Locust Grove High School used an ineligible player and ordered the forfeiture of eight games.
Timi Aliu
A four-star lineman who is still on the Locust Grove roster despite the forfeits.
Darion Newton
An EDGE rusher who is still on the Locust Grove roster despite the forfeits.
What’s next
The Georgia High School Association will likely monitor Locust Grove High School's compliance with eligibility rules more closely in the future to prevent further violations.
The takeaway
This case highlights the importance of high school sports programs strictly adhering to eligibility rules set by governing bodies like the GHSA. Forfeiting a significant portion of a season can have major impacts on a team's performance, reputation, and future prospects.
