The 2026 high school football season in South Carolina is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated in recent memory, with both the South Carolina High School League and the South Carolina Independent School Athletic Association releasing their full calendars.
Key Dates for 2026
Fall practice for the league overseen by the South Carolina High School League is slated to open on July 30, while the independent schools under the South Carolina Independent School Athletic Association will begin their preseason work a week earlier, on July 23.
Fans can mark their calendars for the first games, scheduled for August 21 for league teams and August 14 for the independent schools, which will kick off with a Week 0 slate of matchups.
Regular Season and Playoffs
The regular season will run through October 30 for both organizations, setting the stage for postseason play that is set to commence on November 6, 2026.
Championships on the Horizon
Title games for the league are scheduled for December 4‑5, while the independent schools will conclude their season with championship finals on November 20‑21.
Beyond the schedule, High School Football America is providing comprehensive coverage of South Carolina high school football, delivering news, scores, features, podcasts, videos and rankings throughout the season.