Media Day Schedule and Venues
The week kicks off with the Georgia High School Football Media Day on Thursday at the Mechanical Trades Institute in Atlanta, running from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. A second session follows on Friday at Score Atlanta’s studio in Roswell, where the 35th annual Corky Kell + Dave Hunter Classic will host teams from across the state. Both days are open to all media outlets, giving journalists and fans alike a chance to engage with the programs.
The Atlanta event will showcase interviews with coaches and players who will discuss their upcoming seasons, while the Roswell session will bring the classic’s participants into the spotlight. The schedule, which runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Thursday and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday, promises a full day of behind‑the‑scenes access and live coverage.
Digital Broadcast and Talent Lineup
All of the action will be streamed live on the Atlanta News First website and mobile app, extending the reach of the events to a national audience. Host Landon Knight will be joined by analysts Craig Sager II, Hayden Gilbert and Max Wolborsky, who will guide conversations about each program’s prospects and storylines.
Beyond the usual tactical talk, participants will also highlight hands‑on trades such as pipefitting, welding, plumbing and HVAC, underscoring a growing connection between high school athletics and skilled‑labor pathways that prepare students for life after the field.
The media days serve as a prelude to the upcoming season, offering a unique blend of sports coverage, community engagement and educational insight. With teams from across Georgia taking part, the events set the tone for a competitive and culturally rich football landscape in the state.