When Are the State Football Championships at SUU? Quick Answer
Southern Utah University hosts the UHSAA small-school football finals on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at Eccles Coliseum in Cedar City. Gates open at 9 a.m. Tickets are online only through GoFan: $15 for adults and $10 for students, and seniors 65 and older can buy the $10 ticket, according to the UHSAA. The day before, Friday, November 13, SUU hosts the Special Olympics Utah Unified Flag Football Championship.
UHSAA Championship Game Times
| Game (Sat., Nov. 14) | Kickoff |
|---|---|
| 3A championship | 10 a.m. |
| 2A championship | 1 p.m. |
| 8-Player championship | 4 p.m. |
| 1A championship | 7 p.m. |
Matchups are on the UHSAA's state tournament brackets, linked from UHSAA.org.
How Do I Buy Tickets for the State Football Finals?
The UHSAA says tickets can only be bought online through UHSAA Events and Tickets by GoFan (GoFan.co/UHSAA). The ticket office will not be open. Everyone except players and coaches needs a ticket, including band members, cheerleaders, pep club members and bus drivers. Prices are $15 for adults and $10 for students, and seniors 65 and older can buy the $10 student ticket. UHSAA pass holders pick up a wristband at the west ticket office and must show ID.
Where Do I Enter and Sit?
According to the UHSAA, fans of the designated home team enter on the west side and sit in the main grandstand. Fans of the designated visiting team enter at the northeast entrance on Center Street or the southeast entrance and sit in the east stands. Groups must enter together when tickets are scanned.
Parking and Bag Policy
SUU says parking is free in Lots 2, 10, 11, 12 and 14 on campus. SUU's clear bag policy applies: one clear bag no larger than 12" x 12" x 6". Diaper bags, seat cushions, factory-sealed water bottles, blankets and ponchos are allowed.
Special Olympics Utah Unified Flag Football, Nov. 13
On Friday, November 13, Eccles Coliseum hosts the Special Olympics Utah Southern Utah Unified Flag Football Championship, presented by the Las Vegas Raiders. SUU says it is the first time the event has been held on its campus. Games are tentatively set to start at 9:30 a.m. and include teams from southern and central Utah. The schedule is posted on Tournify.
College Credit for Players
SUU says high school athletes who compete in UHSAA championship events on its campus can earn three SUU elective credits for a $30 processing fee. Separately, registration for the 2027 Larry H. Miller Utah Summer Games opens Tuesday, December 1.
More in Cedar City This Month
SUU football hosts Chicago State on Nov. 21; see the game listing. For the rest of the month, see the Cedar City events calendar, our November things-to-do guide and our report on the SUU-NASA aerospace hub.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time are the state football championships at SUU?
On Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026: 3A at 10 a.m., 2A at 1 p.m., 8-Player at 4 p.m. and 1A at 7 p.m. Gates open at 9 a.m.
How much are tickets for the UHSAA football finals at SUU?
The UHSAA lists $15 for adults and $10 for students, with the $10 ticket also available to seniors 65 and older. Tickets are sold online only through GoFan.
Where do I park for the state football finals in Cedar City?
SUU says parking is free in Lots 2, 10, 11, 12 and 14 on campus.
Can I bring a bag to Eccles Coliseum?
One clear bag no larger than 12" x 12" x 6" is allowed. Diaper bags, seat cushions, factory-sealed water bottles, blankets and ponchos are also allowed.
When is the Special Olympics Unified Flag Football Championship?
Friday, Nov. 13, 2026, at Eccles Coliseum, with games tentatively starting at 9:30 a.m.
Sources: Southern Utah University, "SUU to host UHSAA State Football, Special Olympics Utah Flag Football" (Nov. 6, 2026); UHSAA, 2026 8-Player, 1A, 2A, 3A Football Finals information sheet; Special Olympics Utah Unified Flag Football schedule (Tournify).
