Pigskin Preview: Hoggard football opens practice with veteran roster and state title dreamsWILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — High school football teams across North Carolina officially opened fall practice this week, including Hoggard High School, where the Vikings are preparing for another postseason run after falling one game short of the state championship last season. Head Coach Craig Underwood said the first day of practice brings renewed energy as the team begins preparing for the upcoming season. The Vikings return an experienced roster, including 30 seniors, with veteran players on both sides of the ball. Senior quarterback Matthew Boring is expected to lead the offense in his final high school season. Hoggard opens the 2026 season on Aug. 21 with a non-conference home game against Richmond Senior.