LOGAN COUNTY — From record-setting performances in the kicking game to explosive rushing attacks and game-changing defensive plays, Logan County's high school football players have delivered plenty of memorable moments throughout the 2026 season.
The Logan County Chronicle All-County Football Team recognizes 15 selections representing Indian Lake, Riverside, West Liberty-Salem, Bellefontaine and Benjamin Logan. The group features standout playmakers from across the Central Buckeye Conference, Ohio Heritage Conference and Three Rivers Conference, with selections spanning every level of the game.
Indian Lake, Riverside, Bellefontaine, West Liberty-Salem and Benjamin Logan are represented by players who have made significant contributions to their respective programs, highlighted by prolific offensive production and impact performances on defense.
OFFENSE: Lakers Explosive playmakers lead the way
Quarterback: Brady Golliday, Indian Lake, Senior
Indian Lake quarterback Brady Golliday headlines the All-County offense after putting together one of the area's most productive passing seasons.
According to the Central Buckeye Conference's published statistics, Golliday has thrown for 2,201 yards and 23 touchdowns while completing 63.7% of his passes. He has thrown just three interceptions on 226 attempts, demonstrating the combination of accuracy and decision-making that has helped make him a consistent threat through the air.
Golliday has also been a significant contributor to the Lakers' ground game, rushing for 645 yards and 10 touchdowns. His dual-threat ability gives Indian Lake flexibility offensively, allowing the Lakers to attack defenses through the air or capitalize on opportunities when Golliday keeps the ball himself.
His production makes him a natural choice to lead the All-County offense under center.
Running back: Gunner Carpenter, Riverside, Junior
Riverside's Gunner Carpenter has established himself as one of the area's premier rushing threats, combining volume, efficiency and an ability to find the end zone.
The Three Rivers Conference's statistics list Carpenter with 1,096 rushing yards on 171 carries, averaging 6.4 yards per attempt. He has scored 19 rushing touchdowns, making him one of the most productive running backs in the conference.
Carpenter's production has helped anchor the Pirates' offensive attack, providing a dependable option who can turn routine carries into significant gains. His ability to consistently move the chains and finish drives makes him a centerpiece of Riverside's All-County representation.
Running back: Silas Krabill, West Liberty-Salem, Senior
West Liberty-Salem's Silas Krabill earns a place in the All-County backfield after contributing to the Tigers' offensive attack.
Krabill provides another running threat in a lineup featuring some of the area's most productive offensive players. His selection recognizes his role in the Tigers' rushing game and his contribution to the West Liberty-Salem offense throughout the season.
With Krabill joining Carpenter in the backfield, the All-County offense features two players capable of creating opportunities on the ground and helping sustain drives.
Wide receiver: Brodey Reisinger, Indian Lake, Senior
Indian Lake's Brodey Reisinger has been one of the most dangerous receiving threats in the State.
Reisinger leads the conference's published receiving statistics with 1,037 yards on 53 receptions, averaging an impressive 19.6 yards per catch. He has hauled in 12 touchdown receptions, providing Golliday with a consistent big-play target.
His contributions extend beyond the passing game. Reisinger has also recorded five interceptions, placing him among the CBC's leaders in that category. His ability to make an impact on both sides of the ball makes him one of the most versatile players on the All-County roster.
With more than 1,000 receiving yards and double-digit touchdown receptions, Reisinger has established himself as a difference-maker for the Lakers.
Wide receiver: Dillon Jones, Bellefontaine, Junior
Bellefontaine's Dillon Jones earns the second wide receiver spot after producing a productive season for the Chieftains. Through Quarterback uncertainty, Jones remained a threat.
Jones has recorded 54 receptions for 613 yards, according to the CBC's published statistics. His 11.4 yards per catch and three receiving touchdowns reflect his role as a reliable option in the Bellefontaine passing attack.
Jones' receiving production has made him an important contributor for the Chieftains, providing a consistent target capable of helping the offense move downfield.
His selection gives the All-County receiving corps a complementary pairing: Reisinger's explosive downfield production alongside Jones' steady presence in the passing game.
Athlete: Dylan Trimble, Riverside, Senior
Riverside's Dylan Trimble earns the All-County athlete designation after delivering an outstanding season as a versatile offensive contributor.
Trimble has rushed for 1,001 yards on 134 carries, averaging 7.5 yards per attempt. He has scored 15 rushing touchdowns, according to the Three Rivers Conference's published statistics.
His ability to produce explosive gains makes him an effective complement to Carpenter in the Riverside backfield. With both players surpassing the 1,000-yard rushing mark, the Pirates possess a formidable one-two punch capable of putting pressure on opposing defenses.
Trimble's selection recognizes his significant offensive production and the value of his versatility to the Riverside lineup.
Offensive line: Riverside Pirates
While individual statistics often draw attention to quarterbacks, running backs and receivers, offensive production begins in the trenches.
Riverside's offensive line earns the All-County selection as a unit, recognizing the importance of the Pirates' blocking up front in creating opportunities for their playmakers.
Carpenter and Trimble have combined to surpass 2,000 rushing yards and score 34 rushing touchdowns based on the conference statistics. That level of production reflects the importance of establishing the run and consistently creating opportunities for ball carriers.
The Pirates' offensive line receives recognition for its role in supporting one of the area's most productive rushing attacks, and leading the Pirates to a share of the Three Rivers Conference title, while also receiving a 1st round bye in the OHSAA Playoffs.
DEFENSE: Difference-makers on every level
Defensive line: Aaron Rapp, Indian Lake, Junior and Braelin Saxton, Bellefontaine, Senior
Indian Lake's Aaron Rapp headlines the defensive front after delivering one of the CBC's most productive defensive seasons.
Rapp has recorded 113 total tackles, including 11 sacks and 12 tackles for loss, according to the conference's published statistics. He leads the CBC in sacks and ranks among its top tacklers.
His ability to disrupt opposing offenses behind the line of scrimmage makes him a valuable presence in the trenches. Rapp's combination of tackling production and quarterback pressure gives the Lakers a defensive playmaker capable of changing the course of a drive.
Joining Rapp on the defensive line is Bellefontaine's Braelin Saxton, who earns recognition for his contributions to the Chieftains' defensive front.
Together, the selections recognize two players whose work in the trenches is central to controlling opposing offenses and creating opportunities for their respective defenses.
Linebacker: Aven Caudill, Bellefontaine, Junior
Bellefontaine's Aven Caudill earns All-County recognition after putting together a productive season in the middle of the Chieftains' defense.
Caudill has registered 107 total tackles, placing him among the CBC's leading tacklers. His production reflects his involvement in stopping opposing ball carriers and limiting offensive progress.
With more than 100 tackles, Caudill has established himself as a consistent presence on the defensive side of the ball. His selection recognizes the work required to remain involved in plays across the field and help anchor a defensive unit.
Linebacker: Hayden Hites, Benjamin Logan, Senior
Benjamin Logan's Hayden Hites joins Caudill at linebacker, representing the Raiders on the All-County defense.
Hites earns recognition for his contributions to Benjamin Logan's defensive effort throughout the season. As a linebacker, his responsibilities include supporting the run defense, responding to plays in space and helping maintain the Raiders' defensive structure.
On top of being a leading tackler, Hites was a leader for this Raiders defense. His versatility was highlighted in a contest against the CBC Champion Graham Falcons, where Hites flew across the fields all night and remained a thorn in the Falcons' play calling.
Safety: Brody Orsborne, Riverside, Junior
Riverside's Brody Orsborne has been a major playmaker in the secondary, earning the All-County safety selection after a standout season creating turnovers.
Orsborne leads the Three Rivers Conference with six interceptions in the published defensive statistics. His ability to take the ball away has made him a valuable asset for the Pirates, providing opportunities for Riverside's offense while helping halt opposing drives.
Interceptions can change the momentum of a football game, and Orsborne's production demonstrates his ability to capitalize on opportunities in the secondary.
His six interceptions highlight his elite ball skills and ability to read a play before it unfolds, always finding himself in the right position to make a play and steal a possession for his Pirates.
Safety: Grant Krabill, West Liberty-Salem, Sophomore
West Liberty-Salem's Grant Krabill earns the second safety selection after making his mark in the Tigers' defensive backfield.
Krabill has recorded five interceptions, according to the Ohio Heritage Conference's published statistics, placing him among the conference leaders.
His turnover production highlights his ability to make plays against opposing passing attacks. Alongside Orsborne, Krabill gives the All-County secondary two players who have demonstrated an ability to create game-changing defensive opportunities.
Krabill was a danger with the ball in his hands, leading the OHC in return yards, as well as being a threat to take the ball to the house at any given opportunity.
Cornerback: Cooper Buck, Benjamin Logan, Senior
Benjamin Logan's Cooper Buck earns All-County recognition at cornerback, representing the Raiders in the defensive secondary.
Cornerbacks face the challenge of defending opposing receivers while limiting opportunities for explosive passing plays. Buck's role expanded beyond just defending out wide, often contributing in run support and being a key component of a Raider defense that was one of the more disciplined units in the area.
Cornerback: Nixon Lillard, Indian Lake, Sophomore
Indian Lake's Nixon Lillard rounds out the All-County defensive backfield.
Lillard has recorded 75 total tackles and two interceptions in the CBC's published statistics. His production demonstrates his involvement in the Lakers' defensive effort, contributing both in run support and against opposing passing attacks.
His selection gives Indian Lake multiple representatives on the All-County roster, recognizing the contributions of players who have made their mark on both sides of the football.
SPECIAL TEAMS: A historic leg
Kicker: Brandon Heater, Benjamin Logan, Senior
Benjamin Logan's Brandon Heater earns the All-County kicker selection after producing one of the most memorable individual accomplishments of the season.
Heater made headlines when he connected on a 56-yard field goal against West Liberty-Salem, setting a Benjamin Logan school record. The kick was also reported as the eighth-longest field goal in Ohio high school football history.
The long-range kick was a defining moment in the Raiders' season, showcasing Heater's leg strength and ability to deliver from distances rarely attempted at the high school level.
Heater has continued to demonstrate his range throughout the season, connecting on a 50-yard field goal against Graham in September.
His selection recognizes not only his field-goal production but also his ability to provide a weapon that can change field position and put points on the scoreboard from long range.
Celebrating Logan County's football talent
The 2026 Logan County Chronicle All-County Football Team brings together a collection of players who have distinguished themselves through offensive production, defensive playmaking and special-teams excellence.
Golliday and Reisinger give Indian Lake a dynamic quarterback-receiver combination, while Rapp provides a disruptive presence on defense. Riverside's Carpenter and Trimble headline a powerful rushing attack, complemented by Orsborne's ability to create turnovers.
Bellefontaine's Jones and Caudill represent the Chieftains on opposite sides of the ball, while West Liberty-Salem's Krabill tandem earn recognition for their offensive and defensive contributions. Benjamin Logan's Hites, Buck and Heater round out the selections, with Heater's record-setting field goal standing as one of the season's signature individual accomplishments.
Together, these players represent the talent and dedication displayed across Logan County's football programs during the 2026 season.
From the offensive line to the defensive secondary, the All-County selections recognize the athletes whose performances helped define their teams' seasons and gave local football fans plenty to celebrate.
