Ty Cates has been chosen as the man to carry on the tradition of excellence in Covington football as he becomes the 16th head coach in the 70-year history of the program.

After nine memorable seasons as the head football coach at Covington High School, Dave Miller moves on to a new opportunity - but the legacy he leaves behind at Covington will last forever.

The Covington Buccaneers had several opportunities to score points, but failed to finish and it ultimately led to a season ending 20-16 defeat to Lehman in the opening round of the state playoffs.

The Covington Buccaneers defeated Ansonia 42-6 in the final week of the regular season to stake claim to the 29th league championship and 15th CCC title in school history.

The Covington Buccaneers responded from a frustrating defeat a week ago by dominating National Trail 56-6 on Friday.

The Covington Buccaneers suffered their first conference defeat at the hands of Twin Valley South, who scored with eight seconds left.

Down 14-0 after three quarters, the Covington Buccaneers went to the well to beat Miami East 21-20 in overtime thanks to a blocked extra point.

The Covington Buccaneers displayed mental toughness in a thrilling 28-21 win over a very good Tri-County North football team on Friday night.

The Covington Buccaneers put together a solid effort in all phases of the game to defeat previously unbeaten Troy Christian 28-14 in front of the hometown fans.