Cal’s Memorial Stadium in Berkeley will serve as the stage for a much‑anticipated high school football showdown on September 26, 2026. The game is slated to kick off at 2 p.m. and will be carried live on an ESPN network, giving the matchup a national audience.
The Road to the 2026 Clash
De La Salle High School, based in Concord, enters the contest after a 12‑1 season in 2025, a campaign that featured a narrow defeat in the Open Division state championship against Santa Margarita Catholic. The Spartans, who boast eight state titles and a 151‑game winning streak that spanned from 1992 to September 4, 2004, remain among the most decorated programs in California history.
Centennial, located in Corona, finished the previous season at 12‑2 after falling to Santa Margarita in the Southern Section championship. The team’s recent resurgence has kept local fans eager for a rematch that could reshape playoff predictions.
The upcoming fixture also underscores the growing partnership between high school football powerhouses and national broadcasters. ESPN’s involvement not only highlights the quality of play but also reflects a broader trend of premium high school sports being showcased on major networks.