Key Dates for the 2022 High School Football Season

From the first official practice to the state championship game, find the key dates for the 2022 high school football season in all 50 states.

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NFL, Nike to Host the First Nike Kickoff Classic

The showcase will feature a high school boys football game and a high school girls flag football game at Nike World Headquarters in Oregon on Friday, August 26.

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Learn To Play Like a Pro

The NFL Way to Play teaches young players the skills and techniques to perform like an NFL star. Visit the video library to get tips on how to play like a pro.

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Find a Summer Football Camp

Ready for summer football? Check out some of the camps offered by NFL teams, current players, and NFL Legends.

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Play Football

The NFL celebrates youth and high school football year-round. Through camps, activities, NFL FLAG and tackle leagues, the Play Football initiative provides a fun and engaging experience for players of all ages and skill levels, equipping young people with key life skills that are building blocks to success on and off the field.

Key Dates for the 2022 High School Football Season

NFL, Nike to Host the First Nike Kickoff Classic

Learn To Play Like a Pro

Find a Summer Football Camp

Play Football

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