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State Football Championship Press Release 12.2.25

Posted Date: 12/02/25 (11:50 AM)
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The Sevier County School System wishes to congratulate the football programs at Sevier County High School and Gatlinburg-Pittman High School on their respective performances this season, earning both a shot at the state title this Friday!

State Football Championship

The Sevier County School System wishes to congratulate the football programs at Sevier County High School and Gatlinburg-Pittman High School on their respective performances this season, earning both a shot at the state title this Friday! This achievement is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and perseverance displayed by each player and coach throughout the season. Their commitment to excellence—on and off the field—has made our entire school system and our county proud.

In order to allow as many students and families as possible to travel to Chattanooga to support our teams, we are amending the school schedule to exchange an administrative day from May 28th for this Friday, December 5. This means that there will be no school for students on Friday, with them instead attending on May 28th to make up the instructional day. This change will also ease logistical difficulties that may arise from a lack of staff present, substitutes and bus drivers available, and other arrangements associated with travel within the two high schools and their feeder schools. Two county teams playing for the state championship is truly a once-in-a-lifetime occurrence that we would love for families to be able to experience.
Further, we invite you to help us celebrate the hard work determination, and athletic excellence these teams have shown by sending these teams off to the championship with the following gatherings: 

  • Gatlinburg-Pittman High School Football Players and Coaches will have a School Send-off on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at 8:15 AM on the GPHS campus. Families, students, and community members are invited to attend and cheer on the team as they depart for the championship.
  • Sevier County High School Football Players and Coaches will have a School Send-off on Friday, December 5, 2025, at 12:30 PM on the SCHS campus. Families, students, and community members are invited to attend and cheer on the team as they depart for the championship.
 

Tickets



  • Tickets for the BlueCross Bowl will be $13.00 per day if purchased in advance on GoFan during the presale period, $15.00 per day on GoFan after the presale period, or $20.00 per day if purchased with cash at the gate. Discounted-priced tickets must be purchased on the GoFan link by Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 11:59 pm EST.

  • Important: A portion of ticket sales will go back to the school selected at checkout. Please be sure to choose your school when purchasing tickets to ensure your support directly benefits your team. 

  • Re-Entry Information: If you are planning to attend both games and leave the stadium between them, you will need to obtain an armband in order to re-enter without purchasing another ticket.

  • Day-of Cash Sales: $20 per day

  • All spectators school-age and older must have a ticket.

  • TACA Cards will be honored when presented with a matching photo ID.

  • TSSAA ID Cards will not be accepted for admission.

  • The GoFan School Administrator’s Pass will be honored at any gate.

  • Gates will open one hour prior to the first game.

Location & Directions:


  • Finley Stadium, 1826 Reggie White Blvd., Chattanooga, TN, 37408

Parking:

  • Parking is $15 per day, cash only.
  • Parking attendants will be stationed at each entrance of the North Lot (between Main St. and the stadium).
  • Parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Stadium Policies:

Finley Stadium will enforce its standard security protocols to ensure a safe and enjoyable environment. 

Guests should expect:
  • Clear Bag Policy
  • Bag searches
  • Individual metal detection

Prohibited items include:
  • Anything obstructing views or causing disruption (noisemakers, selfie sticks, fireworks, speakers)
  • Professional cameras with detachable lenses
  • Pop-up or folding chairs
  • Drones (Stadium is a NO FLY ZONE)
  • Weapons of any kind
  • Animals (except service animals)
  • Bags larger than 4.5" x 6.5"
  • Outside food or drinks
  • Stadium chairs with armrests/pockets
  • Full umbrellas (collapsible umbrellas are allowed)

A full list of stadium policies is available on the Finley Stadium website.

Handicap Accessibility:

Finley Stadium is handicap accessible, with designated parking available in the North Lot adjacent to the stadium.
Best wishes to both Gatlinburg-Pittman High School and Sevier County High School as they compete for the title!
12/2/2025
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