Jared Ramsey
@jaredramsey.bsky.social
Sports writer for the Detroit Free Press. I cover high school sports.
C.J. Sadler showed the stardom again on Friday.
The Cass Tech senior scored 4 times and pulled down two INTs in a 42-28 win over Saline. It’s the second straight week he has scored four TDs.
With their star healthy, Cass is reaping the benefit and on to the semis
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The Cass Tech senior scored 4 times and pulled down two INTs in a 42-28 win over Saline. It’s the second straight week he has scored four TDs.
With their star healthy, Cass is reaping the benefit and on to the semis
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C.J. Sadler overwhelms Saline with four TDs in Michigan high school D-1 regional final
Detroit Cass Tech star C.J. Sadler scored 4 touchdowns and had 2 INTs in a 42-28 win over Saline in a Michigan high school football regional final.
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November 15, 2025 at 1:25 PM
C.J. Sadler showed the stardom again on Friday.
The Cass Tech senior scored 4 times and pulled down two INTs in a 42-28 win over Saline. It’s the second straight week he has scored four TDs.
With their star healthy, Cass is reaping the benefit and on to the semis
www.freep.com/story/sports...
The Cass Tech senior scored 4 times and pulled down two INTs in a 42-28 win over Saline. It’s the second straight week he has scored four TDs.
With their star healthy, Cass is reaping the benefit and on to the semis
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Detroit Edison football fighting for program history, another week with 'brothers'
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Detroit Edison football fighting for program history, another week with 'brothers'
Detroit Edison is playing in its second-ever Michigan high school football regional final. A win would send the Pioneers to its first state semifinal.
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November 14, 2025 at 12:36 PM
Detroit Edison football fighting for program history, another week with 'brothers'
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Predicting every Michigan high school football playoff game in 2025 regional finals
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Predicting every Michigan high school football playoff game in 2025 regional finals
Free Press reporter Jared Ramsey predicts the MHSAA regional finals games in all eight divisions of the 2025 Michigan high school football playoffs.
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November 13, 2025 at 2:38 PM
Predicting every Michigan high school football playoff game in 2025 regional finals
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Sam Stowe leads Notre Dame Prep into state title rematch with familiar foe Frankenmuth
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Sam Stowe leads Notre Dame Prep into state title rematch with familiar foe Frankenmuth
Pontiac Notre Dame Prep plays Frankenmuth in a Division 5 regional final. Last year, the Fighting Irish beat Frankenmuth to win the D5 state title.
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November 13, 2025 at 2:38 PM
Sam Stowe leads Notre Dame Prep into state title rematch with familiar foe Frankenmuth
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MSU commit Kayd Coffman was 16/22 for 372 yards and 5 TDs yesterday. He also ran nine times for 96 yards.
Ahman Edmonds had 11 catches for 271 yards and 3 TDs.
East Kentwood torched Howell for their first district title since 2014
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Ahman Edmonds had 11 catches for 271 yards and 3 TDs.
East Kentwood torched Howell for their first district title since 2014
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Kayd Coffman, Ahman Edmonds torch Howell for first East Kentwood district title since 2014
Michigan high school football playoffs: Kayd Coffman and Ahman Edmonds were unstoppable in East Kentwood's 49-41 win over Howell on Saturday, Nov. 8.
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November 9, 2025 at 3:52 PM
MSU commit Kayd Coffman was 16/22 for 372 yards and 5 TDs yesterday. He also ran nine times for 96 yards.
Ahman Edmonds had 11 catches for 271 yards and 3 TDs.
East Kentwood torched Howell for their first district title since 2014
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Ahman Edmonds had 11 catches for 271 yards and 3 TDs.
East Kentwood torched Howell for their first district title since 2014
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Michigan high shool football districts roundup: C.J. Sadler shines for Cass Tech
Also:
- GR West Catholic makes stand in OT
- De La Salle marches on under .500
- Lakeview makes history, faces a surging Groves
- Adams takes battle of Rochester
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Also:
- GR West Catholic makes stand in OT
- De La Salle marches on under .500
- Lakeview makes history, faces a surging Groves
- Adams takes battle of Rochester
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Michigan high shool football districts roundup: C.J. Sadler shines for Detroit Cass Tech
Five story lines from 2025 Michigan high school football district finals on Cass Tech, Grand Rapids West Catholic, Warren De La Salle and more.
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November 9, 2025 at 3:49 PM
Michigan high shool football districts roundup: C.J. Sadler shines for Cass Tech
Also:
- GR West Catholic makes stand in OT
- De La Salle marches on under .500
- Lakeview makes history, faces a surging Groves
- Adams takes battle of Rochester
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Also:
- GR West Catholic makes stand in OT
- De La Salle marches on under .500
- Lakeview makes history, faces a surging Groves
- Adams takes battle of Rochester
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Had to test drive a car (fun) so this is coming a bit later than usual (boo), but great stuff this week from @chrissolari.bsky.social, @realtonygarcia.bsky.social, @connorearegood.bsky.social, @aaronmcmann.bsky.social, @jaredramsey.bsky.social and Tony Paul (who I do not believe is on here). Dig in!
October 10, 2025 at 9:04 PM
Had to test drive a car (fun) so this is coming a bit later than usual (boo), but great stuff this week from @chrissolari.bsky.social, @realtonygarcia.bsky.social, @connorearegood.bsky.social, @aaronmcmann.bsky.social, @jaredramsey.bsky.social and Tony Paul (who I do not believe is on here). Dig in!
Detroit Cass Tech WR/DB C.J. Sadler, No. 1 recruit in Michigan, picks North Carolina
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Mega-athlete C.J. Sadler, No. 1 recruit in Michigan, picks North Carolina over Wolverines
Corey Sadler Jr., who goes by C.J. Sadler, announced his recruiting decision by committing to North Carolina. He's a WR/DB for Detroit Cass Tech.
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August 15, 2025 at 11:31 PM
Detroit Cass Tech WR/DB C.J. Sadler, No. 1 recruit in Michigan, picks North Carolina
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Belleville has two returning starters after losing 35 players to graduation, including the top two recruits in the state (Bryce Underwood, Elijah Dotson). The Tigers’ next generation is ready to pick up where the 2025 class left off
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Bryce Underwood is gone, but Belleville juniors went unbeaten on freshman and J.V. teams
Belleville football lost 35 seniors in 2025, including top recruit Bryce Underwood. The new, young squad is hungry to carry on the winning tradition.
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August 8, 2025 at 1:10 PM
Belleville has two returning starters after losing 35 players to graduation, including the top two recruits in the state (Bryce Underwood, Elijah Dotson). The Tigers’ next generation is ready to pick up where the 2025 class left off
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Detroit Pershing is building a new school building, replacing its nearly 100-year-old brick building. The new school construction has forced Pershing football to move to another field down 7 Mile
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Detroit Pershing football's home moves down 7 Mile thanks to new school construction
The construction of a new Detroit Pershing High School building will move the football team down 7 Mile to the SAY Detroit Play Center at Lipke Park.
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July 31, 2025 at 12:04 PM
Detroit Pershing is building a new school building, replacing its nearly 100-year-old brick building. The new school construction has forced Pershing football to move to another field down 7 Mile
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Michigan high school football: Detroit Cass Tech itching for rematch with Toledo CC
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Michigan high school football: Detroit Cass Tech itching for rematch with Toledo CC
Detroit Cass Tech has been waiting over a year for a rematch with Toledo Central Catholic, which comes Week 1 in the Prep Kickoff Classic on Aug. 29.
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July 30, 2025 at 1:42 PM
Michigan high school football: Detroit Cass Tech itching for rematch with Toledo CC
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Detroit King football introduces 10-player leadership committee after title game struggles in 2024
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Detroit King football introduces leadership committee after title game struggles in 2024
Detroit King football instituted a player leadership committee after losing both its championship games during the 2024 Michigan high school season.
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July 29, 2025 at 12:06 PM
Detroit King football introduces 10-player leadership committee after title game struggles in 2024
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Marcello Vitti and 'The Italian Mafia' secondary have history in mind for Dearborn Divine Child
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Marcello Vitti and 'The Italian Mafia' have history in mind for Dearborn Divine Child
Marcello Vitti, brother Giancarlo Vitti and cousin Antonio Solares-Vitti to share field for final time this fall with Dearborn Divine Child football.
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July 27, 2025 at 1:20 PM
Marcello Vitti and 'The Italian Mafia' secondary have history in mind for Dearborn Divine Child
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Detroit Central’s Jeremiah Gray has the frame, athleticism and work ethic to be the school’s next ‘Sunday player’, drawing a comparison to Hall of Fame alumnus Antonio Gates
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Detroit Central star Jeremiah Gray reminds coach of school's Pro Football Hall of Famer
Detroit Central lineman Jeremiah Gray didn't start football until ninth grade, but has the athleticism and work ethic to reach the next level.
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July 26, 2025 at 2:08 PM
Detroit Central’s Jeremiah Gray has the frame, athleticism and work ethic to be the school’s next ‘Sunday player’, drawing a comparison to Hall of Fame alumnus Antonio Gates
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Carlos Medlock Jr. confirmed he is committed to Michigan State basketball. The four-star former Wayne Memorial guard picked MSU over Michigan and Tennessee, citing the Spartans’ family atmosphere and the chance to play close to home for Tom Izzo.
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Carlos Medlock Jr. commits to Michigan State basketball over Michigan after epic year
Carlos Medlock Jr. led Wayne Memorial to its 1st state title game in 2025. He's now at a prep school. He joins Michigan State's 2026 recruiting class.
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July 25, 2025 at 11:20 PM
Carlos Medlock Jr. confirmed he is committed to Michigan State basketball. The four-star former Wayne Memorial guard picked MSU over Michigan and Tennessee, citing the Spartans’ family atmosphere and the chance to play close to home for Tom Izzo.
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Every Michigan high school football team competing in a new division in 2025
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Every Michigan high school football team competing in a new division in 2025
64 Michigan high school football teams will be changing divisions for the 2025 season. Here's who they are.
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July 21, 2025 at 2:50 PM
Every Michigan high school football team competing in a new division in 2025
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4 Michigan high school football takeaways from Day 1 of 7-on-7 camp touching on:
- Birmingham Groves
- Sterling Heights Stevenson’s new QB
- Romulus QB Torrence Searcy
- Henry Ford’s mission in PSL
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- Birmingham Groves
- Sterling Heights Stevenson’s new QB
- Romulus QB Torrence Searcy
- Henry Ford’s mission in PSL
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4 Michigan high school football takeaways from Day 1 of 7-on-7 camp
Michigan high school football is ramping up as the end of the offseason nears. Here are four storylines from Day 1 of the D Zone 7-on-7 tournament.
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July 15, 2025 at 3:28 PM
4 Michigan high school football takeaways from Day 1 of 7-on-7 camp touching on:
- Birmingham Groves
- Sterling Heights Stevenson’s new QB
- Romulus QB Torrence Searcy
- Henry Ford’s mission in PSL
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- Birmingham Groves
- Sterling Heights Stevenson’s new QB
- Romulus QB Torrence Searcy
- Henry Ford’s mission in PSL
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Grim stuff today in the NYT about the future of youth sports. Private equity is sinking its teeth in to extract as much money as possible from families
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Youth Sports Are a $40 Billion Business. Private Equity Is Taking Notice.
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July 11, 2025 at 12:15 PM
Grim stuff today in the NYT about the future of youth sports. Private equity is sinking its teeth in to extract as much money as possible from families
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Lilly Williams jumps from homeschool to Howell HS as state's No. 1 recruit, MSU commit
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Lilly Williams jumps from homeschool to Howell HS as state's No. 1 recruit, MSU commit
Michigan State women's basketball commit Lilly Williams transferred from homeschool to Howell for her senior season of high school hoops.
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July 11, 2025 at 11:52 AM
Lilly Williams jumps from homeschool to Howell HS as state's No. 1 recruit, MSU commit
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Michigan high school basketball: Jordan Sigmon explains why he’s transferring from Detroit Renaissance to Iowa
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July 8, 2025 at 11:13 PM
Michigan high school basketball: Jordan Sigmon explains why he’s transferring from Detroit Renaissance to Iowa
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BREAKING: The WNBA is returning to Detroit in 2029.
The yet-to-be-named team will get a brand-new headquarters and practice facility, and play at the LCA.
"Detroit played a key role in the league’s early growth, and we’re proud to reignite that legacy."
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The yet-to-be-named team will get a brand-new headquarters and practice facility, and play at the LCA.
"Detroit played a key role in the league’s early growth, and we’re proud to reignite that legacy."
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WNBA coming back to Detroit: Expansion franchise announced for 2029 season
Investors led by Pistons owner Tom Gores have secured WNBA's return to Detroit with an expansion team. The Detroit Shock departed to Tulsa in 2010.
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June 30, 2025 at 2:01 PM
BREAKING: The WNBA is returning to Detroit in 2029.
The yet-to-be-named team will get a brand-new headquarters and practice facility, and play at the LCA.
"Detroit played a key role in the league’s early growth, and we’re proud to reignite that legacy."
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The yet-to-be-named team will get a brand-new headquarters and practice facility, and play at the LCA.
"Detroit played a key role in the league’s early growth, and we’re proud to reignite that legacy."
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