ABOUT FRIDAY NIGHT 5G LIGHTS
One school will score a $1 million home field upgrade.
After Dierks High School won last year,
Which school’s story will capture the hearts of voters in 2026? That’s up to the fans. Apply early and help your school compete for this year’s $1 million grand prize!
Transforming Friday Nights forever.
Get ready for another season of high-impact upgrades, hometown pride, and game-changing moments.
If your school is in a town with 150,000 people or less, this is your moment to shine.
Whether you’re a returning competitor or gearing up for your first season, the lights are on you—and they’re glowing magenta.
Helping communities thrive.
We kicked off Friday Night 5G Lights in 2024 and made a big impact on community pride across the country. We’ve kept that momentum going by expanding the nation’s leading 5G network, connecting rural communities with
Looking back: An unforgettable season.
Schools across the U.S. showed up big time for Friday Night 5G Lights in 2025. We had over 2,000 entries nationwide. 450 schools won $5,000 each, 25 finalists won $25,000, and the grand prize went to Dierks High School in Dierks, AK. Check out all the stories from the year that changed Friday nights forever.
Share your school’s story. Brighten your town’s future.
The next $1 million grand prize could be yours.
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Level up your posts with downloadable backgrounds, and search #FN5GL on Instagram and Snapchat for custom GIF stickers.