Live scoreboard for Athens-area high school football Week 1

Clarke Central opened its season with a 34-0 win in the 35th annual Corky Kell Classic against Pebblebrook at Kell High School on Wednesday, Aug. 19. Now, it's everyone else's turn to get started. The Hog Mountain Bowl, the Battle for Barrow County and a 2024 state championship rematch are on the clock.

Here are live updates from around the Athens area for Week 1 of the 2026 high school football season. Follow along for changes throughout the night.

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