Football season practices begin in Rhode Island on August 17, 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 9:08 AM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
Football season in Rhode Island officially starts today, August 17, 2026, with the first day of practices. Multi-team practices commence next week, leading to scrimmages on August 28. Season games begin on September 3, opening with a notable match between La Salle and North Kingstown. The realignment across divisions has created discussions about team placements and possible rivalries, particularly between Hendricken and La Salle after recent player transfers. The anticipation further builds as these teams prepare for their upcoming schedules.
- •Official practices start for Rhode Island teams on August 17, 2026.
- •Multi-team practices and scrimmages are set for late August.
- •League games commence on September 3.
- •Realignment discussions continue among local high school teams.
- •Rivalry intensifies between Hendricken and La Salle this season.
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