A high school football team from Huntersville, North Carolina, is set to travel across the Atlantic for a rare international competition that will bring together youth athletes from different continents.
A Unique International Matchup
The squad will meet Grapevine Faith of Texas in the Global Ireland Football Tournament on August 28, a game that precedes the college football season‑opening clash between the University of North Carolina and Texas Christian University.
Kickoff is scheduled for 10 a.m. Eastern Time at Dublin’s main stadium, and the match will be streamed worldwide by Global Football, while the UNC‑TCU showdown will air on ESPN at noon.
Travel and Timing
The team plans to depart on August 25, giving them a few days to adjust before the highly anticipated contest. The schedule places the international fixture just before the major college kickoff, creating a busy week for the players and coaches.
In addition to the football players, the school’s volleyball and cheer squads will also make the trip, turning the excursion into a broader athletic and cultural experience for the entire delegation.
A Milestone for a New Program
Ambassador Christian School, which opened its doors in 2024 near Interstate 77 on Sam Furr Road, entered its inaugural 2026 football season with a 21‑14 road victory over Mountain View Prep on August 21, setting the stage for this global debut.
Coaches and parents alike see the overseas match as an opportunity for the young athletes to test their skills against different styles of play and to represent their community on a world stage.