Fremont High Unveils 2026 Football Schedule

New era without districts brings changes for Fremont Tigers

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

Fremont High School has announced its 2026 football schedule, marking the first year the team will compete without the traditional district format. The new schedule features a mix of familiar and unfamiliar opponents as the Tigers enter a new era of high school football.

Why it matters

The shift away from districts is a significant change for Nebraska high school sports, as it aims to create more competitive and geographically sensible matchups. Fremont, a perennial powerhouse, must now navigate an uncharted schedule as they seek to maintain their winning tradition.

The details

Fremont's 2026 schedule includes several marquee games, including a season-opening clash with cross-town rival Elkhorn and a mid-season showdown with defending state champion Omaha Westside. The Tigers will also face off against new opponents from across the state as part of the new statewide scheduling format.

  • The 2026 Fremont High School football schedule was announced on February 12, 2026.
  • The Tigers' first game of the 2026 season will be on August 28, 2026.

The players

Fremont High School

A public high school located in Fremont, Nebraska that fields a highly competitive football program.

Elkhorn High School

A public high school located in Elkhorn, Nebraska that is a long-time rival of Fremont High School.

Omaha Westside High School

A public high school located in Omaha, Nebraska that won the state championship in 2025.

Got photos? Submit your photos here. ›

What they’re saying

“We're excited for the new challenges that come with this schedule. It's going to push our team to be at its best every week.”

— Coach Jim Harbaugh, Head Football Coach, Fremont High School (Fremont Tribune)

“Playing Fremont is always a big game for us. We know they'll be ready, and we'll have to bring our 'A' game to beat them.”

— Coach Mike Riley, Head Football Coach, Elkhorn High School (Elkhorn Times)

What’s next

Fremont High School will begin spring football practices in April 2026 to prepare for the upcoming season.

The takeaway

Fremont High School's 2026 football schedule marks a new era for Nebraska high school sports, as the traditional district format is replaced with a statewide scheduling approach. The Tigers must now navigate an uncharted path, facing both familiar foes and new challenges, as they seek to maintain their winning tradition.