North Carolina High School Football: Mallard Creek releases slate
· Yahoo Sports
High school football schedules for the 2026 season are coming out one-by-one out of every state around the country and one that is a breeding ground for college prospects is North Carolina, with a number of squads finalizing their fall slates.
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Next team out of the the state of North Carolina to unveil who they will be taking on for the 2026 campaign are the Mallard Creek Mavericks, which were one of the Top 25 teams from the 2025 season. The Mavericks have a loaded 2026 schedule, which includes some of the country’s top programs, like ’25 national champion Buford Wolves, Virginia’s No. 1 ranked Maury Commodores and Tennessee powerhouseMcCallie School, respectively.
Mallard Creek has plenty of room for optimism moving forward into the 2026 season with several rising juniors looking to continue making an impact on the varsity level. Among the slated players set to return for the Mavericks is quarterback Cailen Napier (992 yards, eight touchdowns) and 6-foot-6, 320-pound interior offensive lineman Austin Ballou.
The full Mallard Creek 2026 football schedule can be seen below, with official game times and home/away designation set to be announced at a later date.
Mallard Creek Football 2026 Schedule
Aug. 21 – Rolesville
Aug. 28 – Maury (Va.)
Sep. 4 – Buford (Ga.)
Sep. 10 – Myers Park
Sep. 18 – McCallie School (NC)
Sep. 25 – West Charlotte
Oct. 2 – North Mecklenburg
Oct. 15 – Independence
Oct. 23 – Butler
Oct. 30 – Chambers
Revised! From beginning to end, we will be tested. #Creekboyz THE LIFE! pic.twitter.com/jb5IppTOSP
— WELCOME TO THE CREEK (Mallard Creek Football) (@ToCreek) March 21, 2026
The Mavericks this past 2025 season finished with a 8-4 record and as the No. 13 in the state, according to the final North Carolina 2025 High School Football Massey Rankings.
More about Mallard Creek High School
Mallard Creek High School in Charlotte, North Carolina, boasts a comprehensive athletic program with offerings in sports such as football, basketball, soccer, and track. The school is dedicated to promoting athletic excellence and personal development, emphasizing teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship. Mallard Creek’s athletic department provides students with opportunities to compete at high levels while balancing academics and athletics, fostering a supportive and dynamic environment for its student-athletes.
How to Follow North Carolina High School Football
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