Oakland high school becomes latest in East Bay to end its football season early: Here's why

Oakland high school ends its football season early
Skyline High School in Oakland has become the latest in the East Bay to cancel its final games of the season. Here's why.
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Saturday, October 3, 2026 8:58PM

OAKLAND, Calif. (KGO) -- Another East Bay public high school has canceled the final four games of its football season.

According to our media partner the East Bay Times, Skyline High School in Oakland recently made the announcement -- citing low numbers and safety concerns.

Officials say the team does not have enough players due to injuries, transfers, and other circumstances.

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Skyline follows Richmond, Kennedy-Richmond and Mount Diablo high schools, which have also canceled their programs.

Skyline plans to bring back varsity football next year.

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