Upcoming Football Events and Activities

By Matt Chinander  |   July 27, 2018, 1:00 p.m.

We're just less than a month away from the kickoff of the 2018 season on August 24th at the Little Rose Bowl against West Liberty. However, football activities are going to kick into full gear well before then with events such as equipment handout, practices, scrimmage, and much more.

See below for a list of preseason events.

Equipment Handout

Football players will gather at the high school on Tuesday, July 31st for equipment handout. Players will receive helmets, pads, and jerseys.

  • Seniors: 3:30pm
  • Juniors: 3:45pm
  • Sophomores: 4:00pm
  • Freshman: 4:15pm

First Practice

The first practice of the 2018 season will be held on Wednesday, August 1st at the high school practice field. Players are to report by 3:30pm to meet with the fundraising cards dealer. Practice will follow at 4:00pm and run until 6:30pm.

Media Day

The annual West Branch Football Media Day event will be held Saturday, August 11th at the Little Rose Bowl. The morning of activities starts at 8:30am where the team and individual photos will be taken, interviews conducted, and much more. All media, parents, and fans are welcome to attend.

Meet the Teams Night and Scrimmage

Meet the Teams Night will take place on Thursday, August 16th with the scrimmage following on the next evening. See our post about these events for more details.

Season-Opening Game

The first game of the 2018 season will begin on Friday, August 24 against West Liberty at the Little Rose Bowl. The JV team will kickoff at 5:00pm with the Varsity following at 7:30pm. Between each game, the Youth Football team will be recognized.