Greenville Spartanburg Asheville Anderson, SC, August 24, 2026 —

The Columbia High School Eagles football team has ended the nation’s longest losing streak, achieving their first victory in 101 games. The Eagles defeated the Greensboro High School Raiders with a final score of 41-14.

This win marks a significant turning point for the Eagles, as it is their first since 2015. The team had held the unenviable distinction of the longest active losing streak in the nation for an extended period.

Head Coach Sammie Coates has been instrumental in the team’s turnaround. Since taking the helm, Coates has prioritized building a stronger team culture and increasing the number of players participating in the program. His efforts appear to be yielding positive results on the field.

The victory against Greensboro High School was a decisive one, with the Eagles outscoring their opponents significantly. The final score of 41-14 reflects a strong performance from the Columbia team.

The streak officially concluded with this win, bringing an end to a challenging chapter for the Eagles football program. The focus now shifts to building on this momentum for future seasons.



Story summarized from the original created by Kaleigh Tingelstad, Mike Brown, Nick Balenger, Gray News staff on www.foxcarolina.com, see more information here.

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