Mt. Vernon concluded a notable 2025 season by reaching the Ohio High School Athletic Association playoffs for the first time in 32 years, achieving a 6-5 overall record and averaging 28 points per game.
The Yellow Jackets' playoff journey ended with a 56-21 defeat to Ashland in the opening round of the Division II, Region 7 bracket.
Throughout the regular season, Mt. Vernon demonstrated strong offensive capabilities, highlighted by a five-game winning streak. This streak included significant victories over Zanesville (42-0), Watkins Memorial (28-27), and Licking Heights (42-13). The team's resilience was evident in a dramatic 35-34 overtime win against Johnstown-Monroe early in the year, setting the tone for a breakthrough season.
According to team sources, Mt. Vernon will aim to build on this momentum as they head into 2026, with several key contributors expected to return and renewed belief in their postseason potential. The program's resurgence under a disciplined approach and balanced offense has reignited community excitement and reestablished Mt. Vernon as a contender in the conference.
The last playoff appearance before 2025 occurred in 1993, marking this season's return as a defining milestone for the Yellow Jackets.
