High school football opened play August 21 2026. Week 0 games posted scores from the San Gabriel Valley, Columbus area, Upstate South Carolina and Indiana. The San Gabriel Valley Tribune highlighted Bishop Amat, Damien and La Habra near the top. WPBF reported results from Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast. WCYB provided an overview of scores for opening evening.
NBC4 WCMH-TV and WYFF offered local reporting and highlights from their own regions. Overall outcomes were close in many games.