Aug. 5, 2026, 4:06 a.m. CT
With practice kicking off Monday, fans’ appetites for Texas high school football are growing.
In need of a guide to the best games featuring Lubbock-area teams in 2026? Here’s your roadmap to hit the top matchups of the regular season, week by week.
Best high school football games for Lubbock, South Plains in 2026Week 1: Frenship at Lubbock-Cooper
The most competitive big-school rivalry in Lubbock gets the opening-night spotlight this season. The teams both replaced accomplished senior classes, but there’s little question it will be another intense atmosphere as they look to get off on the right foot.