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High school football: Elijah Haven, John Meredith and Trae Taylor headline talent headed to The Opening Finals in Oregon Three-day event features 120 of the nation's best players from classes of 2027 and 2028. Jun 22, 2026
VIDEO: Roye Oliver III is back — and that’s bad news for defenses Four-star USC commit reclassified in May to the Class of 2027. Jun 22, 2026
High school football: Colton Nussmeier becomes second highly-ranked Texas player to be denied transfer in less than a week District executive committee rules against quarterback's move to Denton Ryan on heels of decision that barred state's top cornerback John Meredith's transfer to North Crowley. Jun 16, 2026
VIDEO: Trae Taylor arrives at Millard South as nation’s top-ranked quarterback Five-star Nebraska pledge joining two-time defending state champions. Jun 16, 2026
Record-breaking rushers, $62 million football stadium and Tyran Stokes among top 25 high school sports stories of 2025-26 Teddy Bridgewater, Charlie Woods, Carson Palmer and Elijah Haven among other newsmakers over the past 12 months. Jun 12, 2026
VIDEO: Can Elijah Haven rewrite the Louisiana record books in 2026? Alabama commit looking to lead Dunham to state championship repeat. Jun 09, 2026
Florida approves open division playoffs for football, 10 other sports Volleyball, boys and girls basketball, boys and girls soccer, baseball, softball, boys and girls lacrosse and flag football also getting top-level postseason tournament. Jun 09, 2026
VIDEO: Landen Williams-Callis looks to break Texas career rushing record next season Randle star has already piled up more than 7,500 yards and 125 touchdowns. Jun 04, 2026
High school football: 2026 start dates for all 50 states Kickoff in Hawaii is less than two months away. Jun 04, 2026
EA Sports College Football 27: Where every player who has been on the cover of the game went to high school Texas takes top spot with Kewan Lacy earning one of three spots on the cover of this year's edition of the game. Jun 03, 2026
High school football: Top-rated quarterbacks Elijah Haven, Isreal Abrams and Trae Taylor competing at Elite 11 Three-day event in Los Angeles showcasing best Class of 2027 signal callers with chance to earn spot at The Opening Finals. May 29, 2026
High school football: Carson Palmer, defending California state champ Santa Margarita announce 2026 schedule In addition to Trinity League slate, Eagles have matchup with Florida state finalist as well as Corona Centennial rematch. May 19, 2026
High school track and field: Who is Camden Capehart? Mississippi State football signee runs 10.02 100 meter in Texas state meet – sixth-fastest time in history Winnsboro senior caught 55 career touchdowns and won three consecutive 100 meter state titles. May 15, 2026
High school football: Aaron Rodgers donates $15,000 to help bring together California, Hawaii schools affected by wildfires Paradise and Lahainaluna to play in Unity Bowl in September. May 05, 2026
High school football: Ahmad Hudson, arguably the top multi-sport athlete in the country, commits to LSU Ruston junior was the only athlete to earn MaxPreps Junior All-America honors in football and basketball this year. May 04, 2026
State-by-state look at where every pick in the 2026 NFL Draft played high school football Texas finishes with most picks for second straight year with 33 selections. Apr 25, 2026
High school football: Top-rated junior QB Elijah Haven chooses Alabama Dunham signal-caller heads into senior season looking for a second-straight Louisiana state title before heading to Alabama. Apr 25, 2026
State-by-state look at high schools of 2026 NFL Draft first-round selections Fernando Mendoza becomes first player from Florida selected No. 1 overall since 1965. Apr 24, 2026
State-by-state look at high schools with No. 1 overall NFL Draft selections Fernando Mendoza has a chance to become first player from Florida selected with No. 1 overall pick in 61 years. Apr 23, 2026
Texas high school football: Proposed $42 million Lufkin stadium goes to voters in May Facility would replace stadium built in 1973 and was home to Dez Bryant's prep career. Apr 23, 2026
State-by-state look at high schools of NFL Draft first-round picks over last decade Florida, Texas, Georgia and California have accounted for over 45 percent of first-round selections since 2016. Apr 22, 2026
High schools with the most NFL Draft selections over last decade IMG Academy, St. Thomas Aquinas, American Heritage, Bishop Gorman and Cass Tech only schools that have produced at least 10 selections since 2016. Apr 21, 2026
High school football: Top-rated junior quarterback Elijah Haven set to decide between Alabama, Georgia Star signal caller led Dunham to first state title in 21 years after passing for 3,931 yards and a Louisiana-record 62 touchdowns last fall. Apr 21, 2026
State-by-state look at every player selected in the NFL Draft over last decade Florida and Texas have combined for nearly 25 percent of selections since 2016. Apr 20, 2026
High school football: Five-star quarterback Elijah Haven is first prep star to sign with EA Sports No. 2 player in the Class of 2027 led Dunham to first state title in 21 years while putting up a Louisiana record 62 passing touchdowns in 2025. Apr 07, 2026
High school football: 2025 MaxPreps National Sophomore of the Year Roye Oliver III commits to USC Arizona star had 92 catches for 1,839 yards and 29 receiving touchdowns to help Hamilton go 11-1 last fall. Mar 27, 2026
High school football: Texas power DeSoto to play 17-time Florida state champion St. Thomas Aquinas in Broward County Showcase Bishop Gorman, Chaminade-Madonna and Sierra Canyon among other programs set to participate in event. Mar 09, 2026
How to watch: The Sevens football tournament streaming this weekend on MaxPreps YouTube channel Drew Brees, Aaron Donald and Cam Newton among coaches expected to lead teams in 7-on-7 competition. Feb 28, 2026
The Sevens: Top individual matchups set for elite 7-on-7 tournament Jamier Brown vs. Hayden Stepp, Brysen Wright vs. Giovanni Tuggle highlight potential head-to-head battles. Feb 25, 2026
The Sevens: Prospects to watch this weekend at elite 7-on-7 football tournament Jamier Brown, Easton Royal and Brysen Wright among big names expected to compete in Georgia. Feb 24, 2026
High school football: Jenks of Oklahoma, Southlake Carroll of Texas to meet in prep version of Red River Rivalry Game will be held at famed Cotton Bowl in Dallas on Aug. 28. Feb 20, 2026
Where every head coach in Super Bowl history graduated high school Bill Walsh, Andy Reid, John Madden headline 17 head coaches from California that have been on the sideline for the NFL's biggest game. Feb 06, 2026
Where every Super Bowl MVP went to high school California claims the most MVPs but Texas has produced six of the past 10. Feb 05, 2026
Where every Super Bowl LX player was rated coming out of high school DeMarcus Lawrence, Rhadmondre Stevenson, Cooper Kupp among 23 players not ranked coming out of high school. Feb 03, 2026
High school football: Perennial Texas powerhouse Southlake Carroll names defensive coordinator Lee Munn as new head coach Dragons hire from within to replace Riley Dodge, who left for SMU after eight years. Feb 03, 2026
Texas high school football: DeSoto moving down to 5A among biggest stories from realignment Winners of three 6A state titles in four seasons placed in Conference 5A Division 1. Feb 02, 2026
Where Super Bowl LX participants from the New England Patriots, Seattle Seahawks played high school football Nearly 40 players expected to take the field Sunday in Santa Clara are from California, Florida and Texas. Feb 02, 2026
High school football: Alabama votes to split public, private school championships Public schools will compete in six classifications while private schools will crown two champions in next two seasons. Jan 23, 2026
High school football: Buford presented with MaxPreps National Championship trophy at Friday ceremony After going 15-0 and capturing Georgia's Class AAAAAA state championship, Wolves add to trophy case. Jan 16, 2026
High school football: Central of Alabama head coach Patrick Nix, father of Broncos quarterback Bo Nix, steps down to pursue ministry Former Auburn quarterback won 131 games and three state titles in 13 years as head coach. Jan 09, 2026
High school football: Jason Witten leaving Liberty Christian in Texas to become tight ends coach at Oklahoma Legendary NFL tight end heading to Norman after winning two state titles in in five seasons at Dallas-area school. Jan 08, 2026
MaxPreps Sophomore All-American Trey Wright of Texas is proving multi-sport stars still exist After leading the nation in total yardage, Lone Star sophomore switched gears to hoops and is putting up nearly 20 points per game. Jan 08, 2026
High school football: Grayson, Southlake Carroll, Corner Canyon among elite programs looking to fill coaching vacancies Gainesville, Charlotte Catholic, JSerra Catholic and Good Counsel have already made their move. Jan 08, 2026
High school football: Roye Oliver III named 2025 MaxPreps National Sophomore of the Year Four-star playmaker is first wide receiver to be named MaxPreps National Sophomore of the Year since 2013. Jan 08, 2026
High school football: 2025 MaxPreps Sophomore All-America Team National Sophomore of the Year Roye Oliver III headlines three players selected from Hamilton. Jan 08, 2026
High school football: 2025 MaxPreps Junior All-America Team Seven-time defending Florida state champ St. Thomas Aquinas has most selections with four led by five-star offensive tackle Mark Matthews. Jan 07, 2026
High school football: Josh Niblett steps down as head coach of Georgia powerhouse Gainesville Red Elephants coach expected to explore opportunities 'at the collegiate level.' Jan 06, 2026
High school football: Carson Palmer named 2025 MaxPreps National Coach of the Year Former Heisman Trophy winner led Santa Margarita to first state title in 14 years. Jan 06, 2026
High school football: David Gabriel Georges named 2025 MaxPreps National Player of the Year Five-star running back becomes fourth non-senior to earn nation's highest honor. Jan 06, 2026
High school football: 2025 MaxPreps All-America Team MaxPreps National Player of the Year David Gabriel Georges, Ryder Lyons and Joey O'Brien headline list of 60 standouts from the 2025 season. Jan 06, 2026

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