Tonopah Valley football season canceled amid investigation

5 sourcesUpdated Aug 30, 2026

Several high school football campaigns are being interrupted or canceled amid serious investigations and tragic events. In Arizona, Tonopah Valley High School will not play the rest of the football season as eligibility questions arise from an ongoing investigation into sexual misconduct at a Williams-area camp, with officials stating the case is complex and many details cannot be released. The district says the decision was made after considering that there aren’t enough eligible players to continue, and it notes that the investigation is active and ongoing. In Mississippi, Humphreys County’s football game against Yazoo City was canceled to allow the community to grieve after the death of 16-year-old Jakamryn Price, with authorities continuing to investigate the shooting and two suspects in custody. The cancellations underscore how safety concerns, investigations, and tragic incidents are reshaping high school football schedules across states. District leaders emphasize that decisions aim to support students, families, and communities while investigations proceed.

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