High School Football In North America
High school football, in North America, refers to the game of football as it is played in the United States and Canada. It ranks among the most popular interscholastic sports in both of these nations.
High school football, also referred to as prep football or preps football, dates back to the late 19th century, concurrent with the start of many college football programs. In the late 19th and early 20th century, many college and high school teams played against one another. Many other traditions of high school football such as pep rallies, marching bands, mascots, and homecomings are mirrored in college football.
Read more about High School Football In North America: Rules, Sanctioning Organizations, Season, Coaching, Junior Varsity and Freshman Teams, College Recruiting, Rivalries, All-star Games, Awards, Mascots, Coverage By Broadcast Media
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