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Fenway Park to host high school football on Thanksgiving week

IMG_8358by: Andy Villamarzo9 hours agoAndy_Villamarzo
Syndication: Cape Cod Times
Guillerme Oliveira of Martha’s Vineyard runs down the sidelines past Arann Hanlon of Nantucket. Island Cup football. November 26 2024

When it comes to baseball stadiums, there might be none more recognizable in the country than Major League Baseball’s Boston Red Sox home of Fenway Park. The legendary ballpark announced on Monday that it would be hosting a sport other than baseball come Thanksgiving Day at the historic venue.

Fenway Park announced via social media that it will be hosting four Massachusetts high school football games on the week of Thanksgiving. The dates Fenway will be serving as the host for the two games announced are Nov. 25-26.

The tradition of playing Massachusetts high school football games on Thanksgiving Day at Fenway Park began back in 2017. Since then, the series has seen continued success and 2025 brings on another year of games taking place at the home of the Red Sox.

Last year’s games at Fenway Park providing some thrilling endings, with Nantucket defeating rival Martha’s Vineyard in overtime, 22-14.

The four matchups on Thanksgiving week include on Nov. 25 (Tuesday) the opener, pitting Melrose facing off against Wakefield, with kickoff slated for 5 p.m. Second game of the dais is Newton North versus Brookline and the scheduled kickoff time is at 7:30 p.m.

On Day 2 of Fenway Park hosting high school football, at 4 p.m. Plymouth North and Plymouth South opens the day up in what will be the 29th overall meeting between the two rivals since 1994. Then in the final game at the ballpark, Lexington will take on Concord-Carlisle.

Tickets for general admission are now available at $20 for each day of the double-headers being played.

How to Follow Massachusetts High School Football

For Massachusetts high school football fans looking to keep up with scores around the state, staying updated on the action is now easier than ever with the Rivals High School Scoreboard. This comprehensive resource provides real-time updates and final scores from across the Bay State, ensuring you never miss a moment of the Friday night frenzy. From nail-biting finishes to dominant performances, the Rivals High School Scoreboard is your one-stop destination for tracking all the gridiron excitement across the state of Massachusetts.