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Smaller roster isn’t stopping Poff from pushing forward at Madison: ‘The bar is to be competitive’

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Madison High School coach Steve Poff provides encouragement July 16, 2025, during a 7-on-7 football scrimmage against Fenwick at Madison. RICK CASSANO/STAFF

MADISON TOWNSHIP — Low numbers aren’t deterring Madison High School’s football team as the 2025 campaign draws closer.

The Mohawks expect to have 30 to 35 players in grades 9-12, a significant drop from last season. But eighth-year coach Steve Poff said he’s more concerned about quality than quantity.

“Give me

 
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