High school football schedules for the 2026 season are coming out one-by-one out of every state around the country and one that is a breeding ground for college prospects is Florida, with a number of squads finalizing their fall slates.<\/p>\n
Florida high school football is seeing a number of teams all over the state release their 2026 schedules<\/a> and next up are the\u00a0Mitchell<\/a> Mustangs of New Port Richey, Florida. The Mustangs are always one of Pasco County\u2019s top high school football programs on an annual basis under the watch of head coach Andy Schmitz, who is tied with the late John Castelamare for the third-most wins in county history with 107.<\/p>\n Advertisement<\/p>\n Mitchell will have to replace a lot of senior talent from last year\u2019s 10-win team as quarterback Cayden Thomas (South Carolina State signee) graduates after totaling nearly 3,000 all-purpose yards and scoring 38 touchdowns. The Mustangs will also have to replace all-everything Bryce Backus, who accumulated over 1,000 all-purpose yards, 13 total touchdowns and made 70 tackles on defense.<\/p>\n The full Mitchell 2026 football schedule can be seen below, with all official game times included.<\/p>\n Mitchell Football 2026 Schedule<\/p>\n Aug. 14 \u2013\u00a0Wesley Chapel<\/a> \u2013 Preseason game The Mustangs ended this past season with a 10-3 record and finished ranked No. 105 in the\u00a0final 2025 Florida High School Football<\/a>\u00a0Massey Rankings<\/a>.<\/p>\n Advertisement<\/p>\n More about James W. Mitchell High School<\/p>\n James W. Mitchell High School in New Port Richey, FL, offers a diverse educational experience with a focus on academic excellence and athletic achievement. As a part of the Pasco County School District, it provides a range of extracurricular activities and sports programs, including football and basketball, fostering both academic and athletic growth among its students.<\/p>\n How to Follow Florida High School Football<\/p>\n
Aug. 21 \u2013\u00a0Gulf<\/a>
Aug. 28 \u2013\u00a0at Hudson<\/a>
Sep. 4 \u2013\u00a0Fivay<\/a>
Sep. 18 \u2013 at Land O\u2019 Lakes<\/a>
Sep. 25 \u2013\u00a0at East Lake<\/a>
Oct. 2 \u2013\u00a0Crestview<\/a>
Oct. 9 \u2013\u00a0Sickles<\/a>
Oct. 16 \u2013\u00a0Largo<\/a>
Oct. 23 \u2013\u00a0at Gaither<\/a>
Oct. 30 \u2013 at River Ridge<\/a><\/p>\n