September 22, 2025

Edinburgh School Cancels Homecoming Football Game

Edinburgh, September 22, 2025

News Summary

The Edinburgh Community School Corporation has canceled its homecoming football game against Milan due to a formal harassment complaint received hours before the kickoff. Interim Superintendent James M. Halik confirmed the seriousness of the complaint, which has been reported to local authorities. A non-biased compliance officer will conduct an internal investigation. The decision came as a surprise, especially following Edinburgh’s recent football victory, marking a challenging time for the school’s football program, which has struggled for years.

Edinburgh – The Edinburgh Community School Corporation has announced the cancellation of its homecoming football game against Milan, set to take place at 7 p.m. on September 19, just hours before kickoff. The official announcement was made through a Facebook post at 3:34 p.m., citing “unforeseen circumstances” behind the decision.

The cancellation follows a formal harassment complaint received by the school’s administration. Interim Superintendent James M. Halik confirmed that the complaint was reported to Edinburgh Police Chief Doyne Little, indicating that the situation is being taken seriously by school officials. Halik stressed the school’s commitment to a “zero tolerance” policy towards harassment, affirming that such incidents are not acceptable within the school community.

In response to the harassment complaint, a non-biased compliance officer will be assigned on Monday to conduct an internal investigation into the matter. As the investigation unfolds, further updates are expected. However, no specific details have been provided about the harassment incident, in compliance with privacy laws, specifically the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).

The decision to cancel the homecoming game and associated festivities came as a surprise to many community members, particularly since Edinburgh’s football team was riding a wave of momentum after their first victory in over a year. The team had secured an 18-16 win over the Southside Home School Crimson Knights just prior to this cancellation, breaking a string of 16 consecutive losses and marking their first win since 2023.

However, the football program has endured a challenging history. Prior to this recent win, the team had not posted a winning record since 1993, despite finishing with a 5-5 record in 2021. With the cancellation of the game, there will be no opportunity for the team to build upon their newfound success against Milan, who confirmed that they would not reschedule the contest.

Principal Kevin Rockey did not immediately respond to requests for comments regarding the situation. Meanwhile, the Daily Journal reported that there was a noticeable lack of activity at the game site, with no personnel present in anticipation of the planned event.

As the investigation into the harassment complaint continues, the community awaits more information and clarity on the situation. For now, both the school district and law enforcement are handling the matter with the seriousness it demands.

Key Facts

Homecoming football game against Milan canceled.
Cancellation announced hours before kickoff at 3:34 p.m. on September 19.
Formal harassment complaint received and reported to local police.
Non-biased compliance officer assigned for internal investigation.
Edinburgh secured their first victory since 2023 prior to cancellation.
Milan High School will not reschedule the game.

Background Information

The Edinburgh Community School Corporation has faced challenges with its football team historically, with no winning record reported since 1993 apart from a balanced season in 2021. Despite this, the recent win against the Southside Home School was seen as a hopeful turn for this struggling program.

Current Status

The investigation into the harassment complaint remains ongoing, with updates expected from both the Edinburgh Community School Corporation and law enforcement as new information becomes available.

FAQ

Why was the homecoming football game canceled?: The game was canceled due to a formal harassment complaint received by the school, reported to local law enforcement.
When was the cancellation announced?: The cancellation was announced at 3:34 p.m. on September 19, just hours before the game was set to begin.
Will the game be rescheduled?: No, Milan High School has confirmed that they will not reschedule the canceled game.
What actions are being taken regarding the harassment complaint?: A non-biased compliance officer will conduct an internal investigation into the harassment complaint.
How has the football program performed historically?: Edinburgh’s football program has struggled, not having a winning record since 1993 and recently experiencing a 16-game losing streak prior to their victory against Southside Home School.

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