Michigan State has climbed to #3 following their Week 2 win over Wright State. narrowly escaped Michigan State this week. Other teams making moves this week… George Mason (6) and Loyola (9) who both achieved victories during week 2.
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2026 NCFA Week 1 Rankings
Ohio State holds their #1 ranking as they narrowly escaped Michigan State this week. The big news is that Coppin State and Columbus State have nabbed 3 first place votes away from the Buckeyes while Oakland climbed one spot to #6 in this weeks NCFA Rankings.
2025 Post Season History
The 2025 Post season would be one of the wildest in NCFA History. 2025 would see the North Atlantic and South Atlantic Conferences merge into one conference (Mid-Atlantic) featuring both a North and South Division much like how the Great Lakes conference has operated with East and West Divisions for many years. With the NCFA consolidating down to just 2 conferences, there would be no need to host an NCFA playoff as the Conference Championships would serve as a de-facto playoff delivering the Mid-Atlantic and Great Lakes Champions to compete for the National title!
View the 2025 NCFA Post Season Bracket HERE.
The 2025 NCFA National Title was scheduled to be hosted at the beautiful Glass Bowl in Toledo, OH between Ohio State (GLC) and Coppin State (MAC). However just 72 hours prior to kickoff, an Ice storm tore through Toledo burying the Glass Bowl Turf in several inches of ice and thus making the surface unplayable. The scramble began, with all hands on deck. Representatives from the NCFA, OSU, and CSU began cold calling every facility they could find between Toledo and Pittsburgh to find a new venue to host the National Championship in just 48 hours.
Hats off to Wright State University who was able to offer up their field for us to play the game as scheduled… well sort of. Wright State was hosting a major concert on campus that day so the game would have to be played at 10:30 am in order to have the parking lots cleared for the afternoon concert. Wright State is 2 1/2 hours away from the original game venue in Toledo, where Copping State already had paid for non refundable hotel rooms. So the Eagles had to wake up early Sat morning and bus 2.5 hours to the field to play.
Ohio State and NCFA staff arrived early to join the members of the Wright State club football team to get the field cleared in time for kickoff. This was definitely a CLUB sports event. All the bells and whistles were out the window, the game was live streamed from a tailgating tent on a grassy noll thanks to 450 feet of extension cords. So many people stepped up just to help get this game played. Players, coaches, fans, all had terrific attitudes towards getting these players the chance to compete on the field.
The game would be won by Ohio State 28-8 claiming their 2nd straight National Title. Unfortunately the chaos of the venue change cause the NCFA to host this game with a skeleton crew of a operations staff and thus no stats were accumulated during the game. But the broadcast lives on for those who want to relive the memories!
View the 2025 NCFA National Championship Bowl Game Broadcast HERE.
View the 2025 NCFA National Championship Bowl Game Photos HERE.
Ricardo Washington took home the MVP award at the 2025 NCFA National Title game which included a 55 yard touchdown reception.
2026 Preseason All American Watch List is Here!
The 2026 NCFA Preseason All-American Watch List highlights the standout student-athletes expected to make a significant impact across the National Club Football Association this season. Representing programs from around the country, these players have earned recognition through their past performance, leadership, and potential for excellence on the field. The watch list serves as an early indicator of the talent that will shape the NCFA landscape throughout the year. As teams begin their pursuit of conference titles and national championship aspirations, these athletes will be among the key players to watch. Their selection reflects both individual achievement and the growing level of competition within NCFA football.
2026 NCFA Preseason Rankings
The 2026 NCFA Preseason Poll sets the stage for what promises to be an exciting season of National Club Football Association competition. Ohio State University enters the year as the unanimous No. 1 team, collecting all 12 first-place votes and the maximum 120 poll points. The rest of the top 10 features a competitive mix of established contenders, led by Coppin State University, Columbus State University, Michigan State University, and University of Toledo, all positioned as early championship threats. Rounding out the preseason top 10 are George Mason University, Oakland University, Wright State University, Clarkson University, and University of Pittsburgh, each looking to build momentum and climb the rankings as the season unfolds.
2026 NCFA Team Previews have been Released
Get ready for an exciting look at the 2026 NCFA Club Football season! From fierce rivalries and championship aspirations to breakout stars and unforgettable moments, this season promises to showcase the passion, dedication, and competitive spirit that make NCFA football so special. Whether you’re a longtime fan, player, alumni, or new to the game, there’s plenty to be excited about as teams across the country battle for glory and chase a national championship. The road to the title starts now!
Art Bernardi Stadium in Butler, PA to Host National Championship
BUTLER, Pa. – The National Club Football Association (NCFA) is proud to announce that the 2026 NCFA National Championship Game will be hosted at Art Bernardi Stadium on the campus of Butler Area High School on Saturday, December 5, 2026.
The premier event in collegiate club football will bring the nation’s top NCFA teams to Butler as they compete for a national championship. The game will showcase the highest level of competition in the NCFA and provide student-athletes with the opportunity to compete on one of the biggest stages in collegiate club football.
Art Bernardi Stadium provides a championship-caliber setting in a community with deep football roots. Butler Area High School has produced some of the game’s most accomplished players, including six-time NFL Pro Bowler Rich Saul, a standout at Michigan State University and longtime anchor of the Los Angeles Rams offensive line, and Terry Hanratty, the legendary Notre Dame quarterback and two-time Super Bowl champion with the Pittsburgh Steelers. That tradition of excellence makes Butler a fitting host for collegiate club football’s premier event.
“We are excited to bring the NCFA National Championship to Butler and Art Bernardi Stadium,” said NCFA President Sandy Sanderson. “The community’s passion for football, combined with the quality of the facility, makes this an outstanding destination to crown our 2026 national champion.”
The championship game is expected to draw student-athletes, coaches, alumni, and fans from across the country, while generating significant visibility for the Butler community and providing a memorable championship experience for all participants.
“We are honored to welcome the NCFA National Championship to Butler,” said Rick Yarosz, Director of Tourism Development for Experience Butler County. “This event represents an exciting opportunity to showcase our community and continue Butler’s proud football tradition on a national stage.”
The NCFA, the national governing body for collegiate club football, provides student-athletes from colleges and universities across the country with the opportunity to compete in organized intercollegiate football competition while enhancing leadership development, campus involvement, and competitive excellence.
Additional championship information, including kickoff time, ticket details, participating teams, and ancillary events, will be announced at a later date.
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Congratulations to all the 2025 NCFA Award Winners
The NCFA would like to congratulate all those student athletes and team personnel who have earned Awards this season. The All American, Academic All American, and Post Season award winners can all be viewed HERE.
NCFA National Championship Relocated due to Weather
The National Club Football Association was informed late Tuesday night that the University of Toledo Athletics Department is no longer willing to host the 2025 NCFA National Championship Game citing “unplayable field conditions” at the Toledo Glass Bowl. The agreement for the Glass Bowl to host the game had been in place for months.
After an almost a 24-hour search, we have reached an agreement with NCFA member school Wright State University, to host the game at Mulhollan Field in Fairborn, Ohio.
Kickoff is now scheduled for 10:30 a.m. and the gates will open at 9:30 a.m. Bleacher seating is limited, so fans are encouraged to arrive early or bring lawn chairs and blankets. Tickets previously purchased for admission to the Toledo Glass Bowl will be honored at Mulhollan Field. If you are unable to attend the game at Wright State but already purchased tickets, you may request a refund by emailing [email protected] with Ticket Refund in the subject line. Please be understand that we will not be able to respond and process your refund until the week after the National Championship game when we return to the office.
Attendance and Travel Information:
For more information about Fairborn and the surrounding area and attractions, check out the official tourism site:
https://www.fairbornoh.gov/visitors/index.php
Directions:
Plug these addresses into your GPS to help you navigate around Toledo during your visit to the NCFA National Championship Bowl Game:
Venue: Mulhollan Field
GPS Address: Alumni Field Fairborn, OH 45324
Hospital: Miami Valley Hospital – 1 Wyoming St, Dayton, OH 45409
Parking:
Parking is available in the Alumni Field parking lot. Additional and overflow parking can be found across the street from the softball complex on Raider Road.
Tickets:
All fans interested in attending the 2025 NCFA National Championship Bowl Game will need to purchase online tickets prior to arrival. Should you arrive at the entry gate without an online ticket, you will be directed to this very online ticketing platform as there will be no on-site ticket sales. These new procedures should help with expediting entry into the stadium for all spectators. (CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS)