High school football schedules for the 2026 season are rolling out rapidly across the country, with Georgia serving as one of the top avenues for college recruiting. The upcoming fall is no exception, with numerous projects across the country now finalizing and releasing full 2026 schedules.
When it comes to the top high school football programs in the Peach State, there’s no disputing the gainesville The Red Elephants, which won the GHSA Class 5A state championship last season, lost to Thomas County Central. On Wednesday, the Red Elephants became the latest state power to announce its 2026 matchup slate, with two big games against last year’s 6A champion Buford and Illinois powerhouse East St. Louis.
Red Elephants hire former Grayson football head coach Santavis Bryant In the same role in Gainesville during the offseason. In Bryant’s three seasons as the Rams’ head coach, he compiled a 37-5 record and led Grayson to the 2024 Class 6A state championship. Now, Bryant will lead Grayson to the top of one of the toughest schedules in Georgia high school football.
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Gainesville’s complete 2026 football schedule is below, with official game times to be announced at a later date.
Gainesville Football 2026 Schedule
August 22 – on Buford
September 4 – on east st louis (Illinois)
September 11 – McEachern
September 18th – oceanside college (SC)
September 25th – alpharetta
October 2 – on roswell
October 9 – on johns creek
October 16th – riverwood
October 23rd – Milton
October 30 – on Lanier
Gainesville is expected to return several key players to the roster, including Clemson four-star quarterback Kareem Hughley and three-star Nigel Newkirk.
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The Red Elephants finished last season ranked No. 7 in the final 2025 Georgia high school football rankings.
More information about Gainesville High School
Gainesville High School, located in Gainesville, Georgia, is a respected public school known for its strong academics, competitive athletics, and dynamic extracurricular programs. The school offers a range of AP and Honors courses to prepare students for higher education and future careers. Gainesville’s athletic teams are highly successful, regularly achieving regional and state recognition. The school emphasizes leadership, community involvement and personal development to ensure students are well-rounded and prepared for future challenges.
How to follow Georgia high school football
For Georgia high school football fans who want to keep up with scores from across the country, it’s now easier than ever to stay up to date with the Rivals High School Scoreboard. This comprehensive resource provides live updates and final scores from across the Peach State, ensuring you don’t miss any of the Friday night madness. From gripping games to outstanding performances, the Rivals High School Scoreboard is your one-stop destination for tracking all the excitement surrounding Georgia high school football.
