Kansas City, August 26, 2025
News Summary
High school football is back in the Kansas City metro area, with Missouri teams opening their seasons this week while Kansas schools prepare for their openers next week. The excitement builds as local schools are ready to play under the Friday night lights. Additionally, there is a growing interest in girls’ flag football, initiated by Maize High School, part of a larger Kansas City Chiefs initiative to enhance participation in the sport. The season promises competition and new opportunities for student athletes across the region.
Kansas City – High school football is making its much-anticipated return to the Kansas City metro area this week, with teams from Missouri kicking off their season-opening games. On the Kansas side, schools will begin their season openers next week. All scheduled games in the area are set to start at 7 p.m. unless otherwise noted.
Upcoming Games for Missouri Teams
The Atchison football team is gearing up for its season with the following schedule:
- Sept. 5: at Ottawa
- Sept. 12: vs. Harmon
- Sept. 19: at Sumner Academy
- Sept. 26: at Schlagle
- Oct. 3: vs. Washington
- Oct. 10: at Highland Park
- Oct. 17: vs. Parsons
- Oct. 24: vs. Wyandotte
Baldwin’s football team will kick off their season with the following games:
- Sept. 5: vs. Iola
- Sept. 12: vs. Ottawa
- Sept. 19: vs. Burlington
- Sept. 26: at Wellsville
- Oct. 3: at Silver Lake
- Oct. 10: at Santa Fe Trail
- Oct. 17: vs. Bishop Ward
- Oct. 24: vs. Osawatomie
Basehor-Linwood’s schedule is as follows:
- Sept. 5: at Leavenworth
- Sept. 12: vs. Piper
- Sept. 19: vs. Shawnee Heights
- Sept. 26: at De Soto
- Oct. 3: vs. Topeka West
- Oct. 10: at Tonganoxie
- Oct. 17: vs. Topeka Seaman
- Oct. 24: at Lansing
Bishop Miege will compete with the following opponents:
- Sept. 5: at St. James Academy
- Sept. 12: vs. Blue Valley Southwest
- Sept. 19: vs. Blue Valley West
- Sept. 26: at Rockhurst
- Oct. 3: at St. Thomas Aquinas
- Oct. 10: vs. St. Pius X
- Oct. 17: vs. Blue Valley North
- Oct. 24: at Blue Valley
Flag Football Expands Opportunities
This season, there is also growing interest in girls’ flag football, with Maize High School introducing the program and attracting 37 girls for the inaugural team. The initiative is part of the Kansas City Chiefs’ “Chiefs FLAG” program, aimed at boosting participation in flag football among students. Uniforms and equipment for these teams are being funded by the Chiefs. The first games for the flag football teams are scheduled for September 3. While girls’ flag football is currently not sanctioned by the Kansas State High School Athletic Association (KSHSAA), coaches at Maize High School express enthusiasm for the new opportunities this sport presents for young female athletes.
St. Pius X’s Independent Schedule
In addition to traditional high school football, St. Pius X has announced a new independent football schedule, signaling a commitment to increased competition through diverse matchups. Their season kicks off against Rockhurst on August 29, featuring a series of rivalries and regional contests throughout the coming weeks.
Conclusion
As high school football season unfolds in the Kansas City metro area, teams and students alike prepare for a spirited season filled with competition, camaraderie, and new opportunities for female athletes in flag football. The excitement surrounding the return of football games showcases the importance of sports in the lives of youth and the community.
Frequently Asked Questions
When do the high school football games start?
All scheduled high school football games across the Kansas City metro area will start at 7 p.m., unless stated otherwise.
Which teams are playing this week?
Teams on the Missouri side will play their season opener this week, while teams on the Kansas side will begin their season next week.
What is the new flag football program?
Maize High School has launched a girls’ flag football program, influenced by the Kansas City Chiefs’ “Chiefs FLAG” initiative. The first games for these teams will take place on September 3.
How many girls joined the flag football program?
The program at Maize High School saw a turnout of 37 girls for its inaugural team.
| School | First Game Date | Opponent | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atchison | Sept. 5 | Ottawa | Away |
| Baldwin | Sept. 5 | Iola | Home |
| Basehor-Linwood | Sept. 5 | Leavenworth | Away |
| Bishop Miege | Sept. 5 | St. James Academy | Away |
| Maize High School (Flag Football) | Sept. 3 | First Game | Home |
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Additional Resources
- Kansas City High School Football News
- Varsity Kansas Football Coverage
- Central Valley Bulldog Football Preview
- Girls Flag Football in Kansas High Schools
- St. Pius X High School Football Update
- Wikipedia: High School Football
- Google Search: High School Football Kansas City
- Google Scholar: High School Football
- Encyclopedia Britannica: High School Football
- Google News: High School Football Kansas City
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