High school football season is heating up across Alabama, and the 2026 schedules are rolling in fast. The Yellowhammer State continues to be a powerhouse pipeline for college recruits, and this fall promises plenty of action. Next up to release their full slate are the Blount Leopards, who are hungry to turn things around after a tough stretch.
The Leopards haven't seen a winning season since 2020, but a fresh coaching change has sparked new hope. Enter Gus Smith, the former head coach of Gordo (AL), who returns to the sidelines after a short break. Smith built an impressive 31-6 record from 2022 to 2024, leading the Green Wave to multiple region titles in his first two seasons. With prior stops at Daphne, Mobile Christian, and Jackson, Smith brings a wealth of experience and a winning mindset to Blount.
The Leopards will kick off their 2026 campaign with a bang, facing a challenging lineup that tests their grit from day one. Here's the complete schedule, with game times locked in for each date:
Blount Leopards 2026 Football Schedule
Aug. 21 – vs. Mobile (AL) Vigor at Ladd-Peebles Stadium
Aug. 28 – at Mobile (AL) Rain
Sep. 3 – at Mobile (AL) Murphy
Sep. 11 – at Gulf Shores (AL)
Sep. 18 – vs. Spanish Fort (AL)
Oct. 2 – vs. Theodore (AL)
Oct. 9 – at Bay Minette (AL) Baldwin County
Oct. 16 – at Saraland (AL)
Oct. 23 – vs. Elberta (AL)
Oct. 30 – vs. Montgomery (AL) Percy L. Julian
Last season, the Leopards finished with a 2-8 record, ranking No. 95 in the final 2025 Alabama High School Football Massey Rankings. But with a proven coach at the helm and a roster ready to rebound, Blount is aiming to rewrite that story. Mattie T. Blount High School, founded in 1956 in Eight Mile, Alabama, has a proud tradition of academic and athletic excellence, and this fall could mark a new chapter for the Leopards.
Whether you're a die-hard fan or just love the game, gear up for an exciting season—these teams are ready to battle under the Friday night lights.