West Linn Lions Release 2026 High School Football Schedule

New head coach Anthony Newman looks to lead the state's top program to another deep playoff run.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 9:49pm

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The West Linn High School football team, one of Oregon's top programs, has released its 2026 schedule. Under new head coach Anthony Newman, a former Oregon Ducks and NFL defensive back, the Lions will face a challenging slate that includes matchups against several of the state's best teams as they aim to build on last season's 11-1 record and semifinal playoff appearance.

Why it matters

West Linn is consistently one of the top high school football teams in Oregon, producing numerous Division I college prospects. The Lions' schedule features several marquee games against other elite programs, making it a must-follow for Oregon high school football fans eager to see how the state's powerhouses stack up.

The details

West Linn's 2026 schedule includes games against Central Catholic, Westview, Wilsonville, Nelson, Tualatin, Lake Oswego, Lakeridge, Tigard, and Oregon City. The Lions reached the state semifinals last season before falling to eventual champion Central Catholic. With the hiring of new head coach Anthony Newman, a former Oregon Ducks and NFL defensive back, West Linn will look to make another deep playoff run in 2026.

  • The 2026 high school football season in Oregon begins on September 4.
  • West Linn will open its season on September 4 against Central Catholic.

The players

Anthony Newman

The new head coach of the West Linn High School football team, Newman is a former Oregon Ducks defensive back who was inducted into the University of Oregon Athletic Hall of Fame in 2006. He was selected in the second round of the 1988 NFL Draft by the Los Angeles Rams and played in the league for seven seasons.

West Linn Lions

One of the top high school football programs in the state of Oregon, the West Linn Lions are coming off an 11-1 season in 2025 that saw them reach the state semifinals before falling to eventual champion Central Catholic.

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What’s next

The West Linn Lions will open their 2026 season on September 4 against Central Catholic, one of the state's other top programs. Fans will be eager to see how the team performs under new head coach Anthony Newman and whether they can make another deep playoff run.

The takeaway

The release of the West Linn High School football schedule for the 2026 season is an exciting moment for Oregon high school sports fans. With the Lions consistently among the state's elite programs and the hiring of a new head coach in Anthony Newman, the upcoming season promises to be another must-watch for those following the top talent in the Beaver State.