Football
Class 3A, 2A and 1A Football Championships
- First day of competition (Week 0) – Thursday, August 28, 2025
- Last day of competition – Saturday, November 8, 2025
- Committee Meeting – Sunday, November 9, 2025
- 1A/2A/3A Quarterfinals – Fri. Nov. 14 – Sat. Nov. 15, 2025
- 1A/2A/3A Semifinals – Fri. Nov. 21 – Sat. Nov. 22, 2025
- 3A Football & Unified Flag Football Finals – Friday, November 28, 2025
- 1A/2A Football Finals – Saturday, November 29, 2025
**All dates subject to change
2024 DIAA Football Championship Brackets
- 1A Game Stats 2024 – Indian River vs Tatnall
- 2A Game Stats 2024 – Caravel vs. Howard
- 3A Game Stats 2024 – Middletown vs Salesianum
DIAA Football State Championships: Unified and Class 3A
Friday, November 29, 2024
Location: Delaware State University, Alumni Stadium 1200 N. Dupont Highway, Dover, DE 19901
Gates will open 1 hour before kick off
- Unified Football Championship: 4:00 PM
- #1 Caesar Rodney vs #2 Indian River
- 3A Football Championship: 7:00 PM
- #1 Salesianum vs #3 Middletown
Notice to Championship Game Attendees at Delaware State University:
One ticket will grant entry to both the Unified and 3A Championship games at Delaware State University.
Evolv Security System – All guests are REQUIRED to walk through the Evolv Weapons Detection units prior to entering Delaware Stadium.
Parking: There is free parking in all paved lots around Alumni Stadium. There is no tailgating allowed and no parking on grass unless parking attendants provide direction. No alcoholic beverages.
Security: All guests will be wanded and bag checked at both the NE and NW gates upon entry. Re-entry is not allowed once guests enter Alumni Stadium.
DIAA and DSU reserve the right to inspect and remove any packages and containers. All persons are subject to search, which includes clothing, jackets, bags and purses.
For the comfort and safety of all, the following items are NOT permitted in Alumni Stadium:
- Bottles/Cans
- Backpacks
- Coolers/Ice Chests/Thermoses
- Large bags
- Outside food or drink
- Weapons/Firearms
- Banners/Signs
- Sporting Equipment
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Noise Makers
- Footballs
- Open Containers of any type
- Umbrellas
- Video Cameras
- Animals
- Strollers
Delaware State University, Alumni Stadium Seating Chart
If you feel you are a person with a disability and will need a reasonable accommodation please contact the Center for Disability Resources (CDR) a minimum of 48 hours before the event by calling 302.857.7042 or emailing cdr@desu.edu
DIAA Football State Championships: Class 1A and Class 2A
Saturday, November 30, 2024
Location: Abessinio Stadium
- 1A Championship: 1:00 PM
- #1 Indian River vs #2 Tatnall
- 2A Championship: 6:00 PM
- #1 Caravel vs #3 Howard
Notice to Championship Game Attendees at Abessinio Stadium: The stadium will be cleared at the conclusion of each championship game at Abessinio. Separate tickets will be required for entry to each game. Please plan accordingly and purchase your tickets in advance.
Parking lots open two hours prior to kickoff for parking and tailgating. Once the second championship game begins, guests need to enter the stadium or leave the property. Patrons are NOT permitted to save spaces for friends that are arriving later. Patrons are NOT permitted to park in driveways, exits or fire lanes. All parking must be in designated spaces as directed by the parking lot staff. Tents or awnings are not to be erected in parking spaces, or in such a manner as to impede the flow of traffic or fire lane required by code. The tailgate needs to be limited to the area immediately behind your vehicle. Failure to comply could result in loss of parking privileges. Parking is free of charge.
Bags/Backpacks Policy
Backpacks are prohibited in Abessinio Stadium. Bags and containers are subject to inspection by gate security once entering through the Evolv Weapons Detection units. Hard-sided coolers and bags with metal frames are not allowed.
Evolv Weapons Detection Units:
All guests, staff, and volunteers are required to walk through the Evolv Weapons Detection Unit & bag checks outside the main gates before entering Abessinio Stadium. Any illegal contraband is subject to be seized by security and Abessinio Stadium personnel as they see fit.
No Re-Entry
Only guests with valid tickets or credentials are permitted into the venue. Abessinio Stadium has a no re-admittance policy, which means that once you leave the stadium, you will not be permitted to re-enter without having a new ticket. Please note that entry into Abessinio Stadium begins once guests/staff walk through the Evolv Weapons Detection Systems. Re-entry will NOT be allowed once guests walk through these security units.
Prohibited Items
For the comfort and safety of all, the following items are not permitted in Abessinio Stadium:
- Noisemakers
- Large Bags
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Animals
- Coolers / ice chests / thermoses
- Footballs / Athletic Equipment
- Outside food or drink
- Open Containers
- Bottles / cans
- Weapons / firearms
- Umbrellas
- Backpacks
- Banners / Signs
- Tobacco/Vaping products
Concessions
A variety of concessions are available for purchase at Abessinio Stadium at the stand located in the ATI Concourse building.
ADA Information at Abessinio Stadium
Accessible Entrances
- The Southwest gate closest to the Abessinio Stadium is the ideal gate for entry for guests who have accessible seating with an accessibility ramp through the main gate.
Accessible Seating
- ADA accessible seating is located in the north and south stands. Availability is limited and is handled on a first-come, first-served basis.
Accessible Restrooms
- Accessible restrooms are located under the south side of the Grandstand and the west of the Stadium by the Concession Stand at the ATI Concourse Building.
Accessible General Parking
- Accessible General parking is located in the first row across from the Grandstand entrance of Abessinio Stadium. Availability is limited and is handled on a first-come, first-served basis. There are also three spots available in the ATI Concourse parking lot.
Football Resources
NFHS Football Rules Clinic: All Rules Clinics will be offered through the NFHSLearn platform. The online rules clinics will take the place of the standard webinar format that has been used in the past. Rules clinic participation is mandatory and upon completion a certificate will be awarded. Online rules clinics are available for all coaches and officials.
Past Championships
DIAA Football 3A State Champions - Salesianum School
DIAA Football 2A State Champions - Caravel Academy
DIAA Football 1A State Champions - Tatnall School
DIAA Unified Football Champions - Newark Charter School
