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Sussex Tech wins $25K in T-Mobile's Friday Night Lights contest

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 1:02 PM

Last updated Oct 8, 2026

Sussex Tech wins $25K in T-Mobile's Friday Night Lights contest

Summary

Sussex Tech football has been recognized as a division winner, earning $25,000 in T-Mobile's Friday Night 5G Lights contest. Announced on October 8, the Mustangs are the only New Jersey team among 10 finalists. Community votes will decide if they can claim a larger prize of $250,000 and a Gronk Fitness Gym, plus a shot at the $1 million grand prize. Voting is open daily until October 25. The team aims to use the funds for significant improvements to their field.

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By the Numbers

•Sussex Tech earns $25,000 as a division winner in a national contest.
•Community votes determine advancement for larger prizes until October 25.
•The team hopes to upgrade their field with permanent lighting.
•Sussex Tech has struggled this season, currently at 0-6.
•Voting and community support are crucial for the team's future development.

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1:02 PMYahoo Sports — Sussex Tech earns $25K in Friday Night Lights contest. Top prize next?

What they're saying

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Sussex Tech football was named a $25K division winner in T-Mobile's Friday Night 5G Lights. The team needs your votes to be the national winner.
— Yahoo Sports

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