The First Academy Unveils 2026 Football Schedule

As high school football teams across the nation are announcing their schedules for the 2026 season, The First Academy in Orlando, Florida, has revealed its lineup. Known for producing college football talent, this Central Florida institution is gearing up for a competitive year after navigating a postseason ban last season.

The Royals will be back in the running for state championships, having crafted one of the more challenging schedules in Florida. Despite graduating several talented players, they retain a strong roster, featuring key athletes like four-star offensive lineman Reed Ramsier and three-star prospects Brian Dillard, David Coleman Jr., and Kamauri Whitfield.

The complete schedule for The First Academy's 2026 football season is as follows, with official kickoff times to be announced:

Aug. 14 – at Lakeland (Fla.) Kathleen, 7 p.m. – Kickoff Classic
Aug. 21 – vs. Orlando (Fla.) Dr. Phillips, 7 p.m.
Aug. 28 – at Orlando (Fla.) Edgewater, 7 p.m.
Sep. 4 – at Port Charlotte (Fla.), 7 p.m.
Sep. 11 – at Groveland (Fla.) South Lake, 7 p.m.
Sep. 18 – vs. Bradenton (Fla.) IMG Academy, 7 p.m.
Oct. 2 – vs. Cocoa (Fla.), 7 p.m.
Oct. 9 – vs. Southwest Ranches (Fla.) Archbishop McCarthy, 7 p.m.
Oct. 16 – vs. West Boca Raton (Fla.), 7 p.m.
Oct. 23 – at Huntersville (NC) Ambassador Christian, 7 p.m.
Oct. 30 – at Lakeland (Fla.), 7:30 p.m.

Having wrapped up the previous season with an impressive 10-0 record, The First Academy finished ranked No. 26 in the final 2025 Florida High School Football Massey Rankings. With a solid foundation and a challenging schedule ahead, the Royals are poised for another exciting season.