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.

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.

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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.

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)

Coppin State, Michigan State, and Clarkson all came out victorious this weekend in huge games to clinch their respective division titles.  While no movement in the top 5 of the power rankings, Loyola-Chicago was the biggest mover after jumping 3 spots to #9 after picking up their first conference win of the season.

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After a huge conference win against George Mason to keep a glimmer of hope alive for a post season chance, Columbus State has climbed 3 spots to #4 in the week 7 rankings.  Michigan State climbs another spot to #3 after OSU’s GLC-East clinching win over Toledo.  Week 8 will be a wild one as 3 post season spots will come down to the wire with huge match ups.

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After a convincing conference win against Wright State, Ohio State has reclaimed the top spot in the power rankings.  But it’s not unanimous as Coppin State is right on their heels having secured 3 first place votes.  The biggest mover this week is George Mason who has climbed 4 spots to the #3 position.  Can they hang on as Columbus State comes to town in a very important Mid-Atlantic – South Conference game.

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After a 21-20 win conference win over Columbus State, Coppin State has taken over the #1 spot in the week 5 power rankings.  Will they be able to hang on to their #1 power ranking for long?  Ohio State, George Mason, and Vermont all have important conference games coming up this weekend.

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The first official power ranking of the year has been released, and no surprises in the top 5, but Clarkson enters this first power ranking at the #6 spot and top of the class in the Mid-Atlantic – North.

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