The Battle on the Bluff high school football jamboree will open the season on August 27 and 28 at A.W. Mumford Stadium on the campus of Southern University in Louisiana, offering a rare under‑lights experience for the region’s young athletes.
Organized by the East Baton Rouge Parish School System and sponsored by the East Baton Rouge Parish Mayor‑President’s Office, the two‑day event brings together twelve local high schools in six matchups, creating a festive atmosphere that blends competition with community celebration.
A Community Celebration of Football
Mayor‑President Sid Edwards emphasized that the jamboree is more than a series of games; it is a chance for schools and neighborhoods to connect, for families to gather, and for student‑athletes to gain valuable experience playing before a live audience.
General admission is priced at $20, with preorders available for Thursday and Friday games. Fans must enter through the visitor side gate, pass through metal detectors and adhere to a clear‑bag policy, with re‑entry prohibited without additional payment.
The schedule features Belaire versus Broadmoor at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, Woodlawn against Madison Prep at 6:45 p.m., and Northeast taking on Tara at 8 p.m. Friday’s slate includes Istrouma versus McKinley at 6 p.m., Scotlandville versus Liberty at 7:15 p.m., and Glen Oaks versus Capitol at 8:30 p.m., rounding out a full weekend of high‑energy play.
Beyond the scores, the jamboree serves as a kickoff for the high school football season in East Baton Rouge Parish, setting the tone for a year of rivalry, sportsmanship and community pride.