WVSSAC Unveils 2026 High School Football Playoff Brackets; Local Teams Prepare for Friday Kickoff
The West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission (WVSSAC) has released the official 2026 high school football playoff brackets. Local teams such as Montcalm, Greenbrier West, Meadow Bridge, James Monroe, Liberty, Independence, Bluefield, Princeton, and Woodrow Wilson are set to commence…

Bluefield Beckley Oak Hill, WV, November 8, 2026 —
The West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission (WVSSAC) has officially released the brackets for the 2026 high school football playoffs. This announcement signals the start of the postseason for numerous teams across the state, with several local high school football programs slated to begin their playoff journeys this Friday.
Teams preparing to compete in the upcoming playoff games include Montcalm, Greenbrier West, Meadow Bridge, James Monroe, Liberty, Independence, Bluefield, Princeton, and Woodrow Wilson. The release of the official brackets provides clarity on matchups and schedules as these student-athletes aim for championship contention. The specific details regarding the exact matchups, game times, and locations for each team were not provided in the summary.
The WVSSAC oversees athletic competitions for high schools in West Virginia, and its playoff brackets are highly anticipated by players, coaches, and communities. The commencement of playoff games signifies the culmination of the regular season and the beginning of a critical phase where teams compete for state titles. Further details on individual game schedules and opponents are expected to be made available through official school athletic departments and the WVSSAC website.
Story summarized from the original created by Madalyn Stubblefield on www.wvva.com, see more information here.
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