Section V football programs mark the start of the 2026 season

The Section V football season began on September 4, 2026, with a full slate of games scheduled across the Rochester region. Programs from across the area are entering a new campaign as players look to build on the history of the sport in the region. In conjunction with the season opener, an archive of photographs highlighting decades of local football has been released to commemorate the tradition of the league. The collection features various programs including Aquinas, McQuaid, and Victor, documenting championship celebrations and individual performances from years past. As current teams begin their schedule, the images serve as a retrospective of the rivalries and moments that have defined the area's football. Coaches and student-athletes now shift their focus to the current year as they look to write new chapters for their respective schools.

• 8:20 AMYahoo Sports — Rare photos from decades of Section V football history | Exclusive