LAS VEGAS, NV / CRWE PRESS RELEASE / September 29, 2026 — The National Junior College Prep (NJCP) Football League officially opened its 2026 season on September 5 with three Week 1 matchups across the league, giving players their first opportunity to compete after weeks of camp and preparation.

The opening weekend brought teams onto the field in Texas, Alabama, and Idaho, with players taking their first regular-season snaps and coaches getting an early look at their teams in competition. With Week 1 now complete, NJCP teams have their first results on the board as the league moves into the second week of the season.

Week 1 Opens the Season

In San Antonio, the Clutch City Eagles traveled to Brooks Academy to face the San Antonio Vipers, coming away with a 16-12 win. The Alabama Rays hosted the Louisville Thunder at Gulf Shores Sportsplex, where the Rays finished with a 26-22 win. In Meridian, Idaho, the Idaho Outlaws opened their season against the Salt Lake Yeti and finished with a Yeti 30-6 win.

For players who had spent the preceding weeks preparing through camp, the opening weekend marked the first chance to see that preparation tested against another NJCP team. The first games also give coaches competitive film to evaluate as teams begin making adjustments for the weeks ahead.

Interest Builds Around Week 1 Coverage

The start of the season has generated strong interest from players, families, and supporters following NJCP teams. Questions about online game coverage have been frequent across the league's social media channels as families look for ways to watch and support their athletes throughout the season.

NJCP is currently finalizing its broadcast setup, with delayed broadcasts of Week 1 games being made available as coverage is brought online. Further information on broadcast availability will be shared through the official NJCP Football League social media channels.

Moving Into Week 2

With the first results of the 2026 season now recorded, attention turns toward the next round of competition. Coaches have their first game film to evaluate, players have their first regular-season performances to build from, and families and supporters have begun following the teams they will be watching throughout the season.

For NJCP, the opening weekend represents the beginning of a season that will continue to bring teams from its Eastern and Western conferences onto the field in organized competition. As Week 2 approaches, teams will carry what they learned from their opening matchups back into preparation for the next round.

The 2026 season is underway, and the first weekend has given NJCP players, coaches, families, and supporters their first look at the league in action.

Athletes, families, coaches, and organizations interested in learning more about NJCP team opportunities, schedules, or partnerships for the 2026 season can visit the league's official website at www.njcpfootball.com.

About NJCP Football League

The National Junior College Prep Football League is a national junior college prep football league designed to organize, showcase, and develop football talent across the United States. Built by former NFL athletes and veteran coaches, NJCP provides a platform for player development, media exposure, and community impact for athletes across the nation.

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