National High School Council Kickoff Classic

September 4, 2026 7:00 PM –10:00 PM

Overview

The National High School Council High School Kickoff Classic highlights six high schools that have graduated a Pro Football Hall of Fame enshrinee. The two-day event will feature three games, including one Friday night matchup on September 4 and two games on Saturday, September 5.

Ticket information will be available soon.

  • Friday, September 4th, 7 pm: Canton McKinley (Marion Motley '38) vs Sandusky (Orlando Pace '93)
  • Saturday, September 5th, 3 pm: St. Francis Prep NY (Vince Lombardi '33) vs Stow (Larry Csonka '64)
  • Saturday, September 5th, 7 pm: GlenOak (Dan Dierdorf '67) vs Cleveland Heights (Tom Mack '62)
Mapped location of National High School Council Kickoff Classic
National High School Council Kickoff Classic
Hall of Fame Village Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium 1835 Harrison Avenue Northwest Canton , Ohio 44708
(330) 456-8207
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