Countdown to Kickoff: Georgia High School Football Season 2026 Preview
As the month of July approaches, high school football teams in Georgia are gearing up for the upcoming season. The countdown to the start of the season is officially on, with teams preparing to hit the field and chase after a state championship at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Buford, coming off an undefeated season and a Class 6A state title, will aim to continue its success. Other teams like Carver, Bowdon, and Hebron Christian will also look to defend their titles and go for a three-peat in their respective classifications.
For the 2026 season, high school football practices for GHSA teams will kick off on July 27, 2026, leading up to the first regular season games scheduled for August 21. Before the regular season begins, 22 teams will participate in the Corky Kell and Dave Hunter Classic from August 12-21 at various sites, including Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Under the GIAA umbrella, teams will also start their practices on July 27, 2026, with the first games set for August 14. Similarly, teams competing within the GAPPS will begin their practices on the same date, with the first games also scheduled for August 14.
In conclusion, the 2026 Georgia high school football season is set to kick off with teams gearing up for practices starting on July 27 and the first games scheduled for August 14 and August 21. It's an exciting time for high school football fans as teams prepare to hit the field and compete for glory in the upcoming season.