Wausau Rhinelander, WI, November 6, 2026 — High school football teams in the Wausau-Rhinelander area have achieved significant milestones in their respective post-season tournaments, with two teams securing berths in advanced championship rounds.

The Amherst football team has advanced to the sectional finals. This progression followed their victory over Grantsburg in a recent playoff game. The win positions Amherst to compete for a higher championship title in its division.

In a separate but equally notable achievement, the Gilman football team has earned a spot in the state championship. Gilman secured this berth by defeating Owen-Withee in their latest contest. This victory marks a significant accomplishment for the Gilman program as they move closer to competing for a state title.

Details regarding the specific dates of these games, the scores, or the future opponents for either Amherst or Gilman in their upcoming playoff stages were not provided in the available summary. Further information on the Wausau-Rhinelander area’s representation in the state championship and sectional finals will be reported as it becomes available.

The path to the sectional finals and state championship involves rigorous competition, with teams navigating multiple rounds of playoffs. The successes of Amherst and Gilman highlight the dedication and performance of local student-athletes and coaching staff during the critical end-of-season games.

The summary did not specify the locations of the games or any additional details about the teams’ seasons leading up to these crucial playoff matchups. The focus remains on the teams’ advancement based on their recent on-field performances.


Story summarized from the original created by Ben Helwig on www.wsaw.com, see more information here.

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