High school football returns across the United States on Thursday, September 17, 2026, with hundreds of games scheduled before the traditional Friday night slate.
Thursday's schedule features action in Texas, California, Florida, Louisiana, Colorado, Wisconsin and many other states, with 7:00 p.m. local time serving as the main kickoff window.
Fans looking to watch or follow Thursday night high school football should check official school, district and authorized broadcast sources for each individual matchup.
Thursday Night High School Football Games to Watch
Here are some notable games from the September 17 schedule:
- Allen vs Prosper — 7:00 p.m.
- Southlake Carroll vs Keller Central — 7:00 p.m.
- Skyridge vs Lehi — 7:00 p.m.
- South County vs Highland Springs — 7:00 p.m.
- Phoebus vs Kecoughtan — 7:00 p.m.
- O'Dea vs Bishop Blanchet — 7:00 p.m.
- East Forsyth vs Mooresville — 7:00 p.m.
- Siegel vs Oakland — 7:00 p.m.
- Rock Canyon vs Columbine — 7:30 p.m.
- Glacier Peak vs Bothell — 7:00 p.m.
How to Watch Thursday Night High School Football
Streaming and television availability varies from game to game.
The best places to check for official coverage are:
- the participating school's athletics website
- official school or district media channels
- the applicable state athletic association
- authorized local television or radio partners
- NFHS Network when the specific game is listed there
Some games may have a free official broadcast, while others may require a subscription or paid access. Many high school games may not have video coverage at all.
A matchup appearing on the schedule does not by itself confirm that a livestream is available.
What Time Do Thursday Games Start?
Most of Thursday's games are scheduled in the evening.
The main kickoff windows include 6:00 p.m., 6:30 p.m., 7:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., with 7:00 p.m. appearing most frequently in the supplied schedule.
Times should generally be treated as local to the game location unless an official school or broadcaster states otherwise.
How to Follow Live Scores
Fans who cannot watch a game can follow updates through official school and team accounts, athletic department websites, state-association resources, established high school score services and reputable local sports outlets.
Checking the participating school's official channels is especially important for last-minute schedule changes, weather delays or venue updates.
Thursday Night High School Football on September 17
Thursday's slate gives high school football fans a full evening of games before the larger Friday schedule arrives.
Matchups including Allen vs Prosper, Southlake Carroll vs Keller Central, Skyridge vs Lehi, O'Dea vs Bishop Blanchet and South County vs Highland Springs are among the games to follow on September 17.
Before kickoff, confirm the latest game time, venue and official viewing options directly through the participating schools or authorized broadcasters.
Schedule Disclaimer: Matchups and kickoff times are based on the supplied September 17, 2026 schedule and are subject to change. Streaming availability is not guaranteed for every game.
