First 12 players for Charities Classic announced

The annual all-star football game will feature top high school talent from the region.

Mar. 28, 2026 at 3:07am

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The Big 30 All-Star Charities Classic committee has announced the first group of 12 players who will participate in this year's 53rd annual all-star football game, set for August 1 at Bradford's Parkway Field in Pennsylvania.

Why it matters

The Charities Classic is a long-standing tradition that showcases the top high school football talent from the local region, providing a platform for players to compete and raise money for local charities.

The details

The Charities Classic features top players from the Big 30 region, which encompasses high schools in western New York and northwestern Pennsylvania. This year's initial roster announcement includes standout athletes from several area schools.

  • The 2026 Charities Classic is set for Saturday, August 1.
  • The first Charities Classic was held over 50 years ago.

The players

Big 30 All-Star Charities Classic committee

The organizing committee for the annual high school all-star football game held in the Big 30 region.

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What’s next

The committee will continue to announce additional players selected for the 2026 Charities Classic roster in the coming weeks.

The takeaway

The Charities Classic provides a high-profile platform to showcase the top football talent from the local region, while also raising money for important community causes.