Great Falls High School has unveiled its 2026 football schedule, marking the first full season under head coach Coda Tchida since taking the helm of the program.
The Bison will open the campaign on August 28 when they host Kalispell Flathead at 7 p.m., a Friday night kickoff that sets the tone for a season that includes a mix of home and away contests.
All regular‑season games are slated to begin at 7 p.m. on Fridays, with the exception of the October 15 matchup against Billings Senior, which will be played on a Thursday to accommodate scheduling constraints.
Key Dates and Matchups
The schedule features a slate of opponents that includes Missoula Big Sky, Billings West, Bozeman High, Billings Skyview, Bozeman Gallatin, Belgrade, Billings Senior, and a rematch with C.M. Russell High.
Home games will be held at Memorial Stadium, the historic venue that has been the Bison’s battleground for decades, while road contests are indicated with an '@' symbol in the official release.
The Bison finished the previous season with a 4‑6 record but closed the year on a high note, defeating their longtime rivals C.M. Russell High and securing a playoff berth, a momentum builder for Tchida’s second year.
Coaching Outlook
Coach Coda Tchida emphasized that the schedule reflects a deliberate effort to balance competitive matchups with developmental opportunities for a young roster.
He noted that early-season games against Missoula Big Sky on September 4, Billings West on September 11, and Bozeman High on September 18 will serve as benchmarks for the team’s progress.
Stadiums and Venues
Memorial Stadium, operated by Great Falls Public Schools, will host the majority of home games, providing a familiar environment for players and fans alike.
The team will also travel to face opponents in cities such as Missoula, Billings, Bozeman, and Kalispell, continuing a tradition of cross‑state rivalries that draw large crowds.
With the season’s structure now official, players and fans alike are eager to see how the new coaching direction will translate into on‑field performance as the Bison aim to improve on last year’s results.