St. Anthony's (NY) Releases 2026 High School Football Schedule

The Friars look to build on their strong 2025 season with a challenging slate of games.

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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St. Anthony's High School, a private Catholic school in Melville, New York, has officially released its 2026 high school football schedule. The Friars, who reached the second round of the New York Catholic High School Football League (NYCHSFL) playoffs in 2025, will face a tough slate of opponents including several top programs from New Jersey.

Why it matters

St. Anthony's has established itself as one of the top high school football programs in New York, and their 2026 schedule will test the team as they look to build on their success from last season. The Friars' ability to compete against elite out-of-state opponents will be a key factor in their development and potential postseason run.

The details

The 2026 schedule features several marquee matchups, including games against Red Bank Catholic (NJ), St. Peter's Prep (NJ), and Iona Preparatory School, the defending NYCHSFL champions. The Friars will also face off against local rivals such as Archbishop Stepinac, Xavier, and Cardinal Hayes.

  • St. Anthony's officially released their 2026 schedule on February 10, 2026.
  • The Friars' 2025 season ended with a second-round playoff loss to Iona Preparatory School on November 15, 2025.

The players

Xavier Bala

A four-star running back who is expected to be one of the top recruits in the Northeast for the class of 2027.

Justin Joseph

A 6-foot-5, 295-pound offensive tackle who is a top prospect for the class of 2028.

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What they’re saying

“The 2026 campaign is set — see you under the lights at Cy Donnelly Field.”

— Friar Football (Twitter)

What’s next

The Friars will look to build on their strong 2025 season and make a deep playoff run in 2026. Their challenging schedule will prepare them for the rigors of the NYCHSFL postseason.

The takeaway

St. Anthony's High School continues to be a powerhouse in New York high school football, and their 2026 schedule will test the team as they aim to compete for a state championship. With a talented roster led by top recruits Xavier Bala and Justin Joseph, the Friars have the potential to make a deep playoff run and cement their status as one of the premier programs in the Northeast.