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High school football: Gainesville's football opener gain a national television audience

Gainesville takes the field before facing Rome in the Class 5A state semifinals Dec. 11, 2025 at Barron Stadium in Rome. Photo by Bill Murphy

Gainesville takes the field before facing Rome in the Class 5A state semifinals Dec. 11, 2025 at Barron Stadium in Rome. Photo by Bill Murphy

ESPN to provide a big stage as the Red Elephants kick off the 2026 season on ESPN against defending Class 6A champ Buford.