Mays to Face Southwest DeKalb in Hall of Fame Game
The undefeated Mays High School team will take on Southwest DeKalb at Buck Godfrey Stadium this October 23.
Updated on Oct. 22, 2026 in Football
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Mays High School, currently holding an undefeated 7-0 record, is set to play Southwest DeKalb High School in the Georgia High School Football Hall of Fame Game on October 23, 2026. The matchup takes place at Buck Godfrey Stadium with kickoff scheduled for 8 p.m.
Why it matters
The game is designated as the 2026 Georgia High School Football Hall of Fame Game, which serves as a major showcase for high school talent in the region. The event also coincides with the induction ceremony for the 2026 Hall of Fame class.
Mays enters the contest with a perfect 7-0 season record while Southwest DeKalb arrives with a 4-4 record. Southwest DeKalb holds a 12-4 advantage in the all-time series against Mays.
The players
Reggie Austin
He is the head coach of the Mays High School football team currently in his third season.
Marion Bell
He has served as the head coach of the Southwest DeKalb High School football team since 2023.
Jordan Christie
He is the all-time leader in receiving yards and touchdowns for the Southwest DeKalb program.
The details
Mays head coach Reggie Austin holds a 22-9 overall record entering his third season, while Marion Bell has led Southwest DeKalb since 2023 with a 22-19 record. The broadcast will feature analysts Chris Millman, Brandon Adams, and Landon Knight on the Peachtree Sports Network and Atlanta News First.
Timeline
October 23, 2026: The pregame show begins at 7:30 p.m. followed by the 8 p.m. kickoff.
October 24, 2026: The Georgia High School Football Hall of Fame induction ceremony begins at 6:45 p.m.
Season Trajectory
The game follows a pattern set by the Georgia High School Football Hall of Fame Game as a premier showcase for regional talent. This matchup highlights the competitive balance within the local high school ranks as teams look to secure momentum heading into the postseason.
Southwest DeKalb aims to break a two-game losing streak against an undefeated opponent that recently shut out Maynard Jackson. The matchup provides a high-profile platform for Southwest DeKalb to challenge the current standing of Mays in the regional rankings.
The takeaway
This event highlights the significant role that high school athletics plays in regional culture and community engagement. Fans should keep an eye on how the competitive dynamics between these two long-standing rivals influence the final stretch of the season.
What happens next
The Georgia High School Football Hall of Fame induction ceremony will occur on October 24, 2026, at 6:45 p.m. at the College Football Hall of Fame.
Further reading
For more updates on regional gridiron results, visit Atlanta Football.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Scoreatl.
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