WAYCROSS, GA - Ware County Gator Athletics will have an exciting week of competition as several programs prepare for important matchups, postseason action, and the beginning of their winter sports seasons. The week of November 2-7, 2026, will feature varsity girls basketball, football, cross country, wrestling, and competition cheer, with several teams competing in championship events.
Tuesday, November 3 - Lady Gators Basketball Opens with Scrimmage
The Ware County Lady Gators Varsity Basketball Team will take the court for its first scrimmage of the 2026-2027 season on Tuesday, November 3, as they welcome the Jeff Davis Lady Yellow Jackets to the Gator Den.
Tipoff is scheduled for 5:00 PM, giving the Lady Gators an opportunity to evaluate their progress and prepare for the upcoming regular season.
Friday, November 6 - Cross Country State Championships and Region Football Showdown
Friday will be a big day for Gator Athletics, with two programs competing in significant events.
The Ware County Boys and Girls Cross Country Teams will travel to Carrollton, Georgia, to compete in the GHSA State Cross Country Championships. After a season of hard work, improvement, and strong performances, the Gators and Lady Gators will look to finish their seasons on a high note against some of the best runners in the state. Competition times will be announced when available.
Back home in Waycross, the Ware County Varsity Football Team will welcome the Benedictine Cadets to Memorial Stadium for a highly anticipated Region 1-AAAAA showdown.
Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 PM at "The Swamp." With postseason positioning and region implications on the line, the Gators will look to deliver another strong performance in front of the home crowd.
Gator Nation is encouraged to pack Memorial Stadium and create an exciting atmosphere as Ware County closes out its regular-season schedule against a talented Benedictine program.
Saturday, November 7 - Wrestling Opens Season and Competition Cheer Heads to Region Championships
Saturday will feature two more Ware County athletic programs in action.
The Ware County Gators Wrestling Team will officially open its 2026–2027 competition season by hosting the Swamp Duals at the Gator Den. Wrestling is scheduled to begin at 10:00 AM, with teams competing throughout the event. The Gators will look to build on the success of their program and get the new season started with a strong showing in front of the home crowd.
Meanwhile, the Ware County Lady Gators Competition Cheer Team will travel to Allatoona to compete in the Region Competition Cheer Championships.
Competition is scheduled to begin at 1:00 PM. Following a successful competition season, the Lady Gators will look to put together another strong routine as they compete for region honors and continue their postseason journey.
Gator Nation - Come Out and Support Your Teams!
With state championship competition, an important region football matchup, the beginning of basketball and wrestling action, and competition cheer entering the postseason, it promises to be another exciting week for Ware County Athletics.
Fans are encouraged to support the Gators and Lady Gators throughout the week, whether cheering from the stands at home or following the teams competing on the road.
For football tickets and additional ticketing information, visit www.gofan.co. Fans attending home athletic events are reminded to follow Ware County Schools' Clear Bag Policy and Parental Supervision Policy.
For updates, schedules, results, and additional information, follow Ware County Gator Nation on social media and visit the Ware County Schools website at www.ware.k12.ga.us.
GO GATORS!