HOW TO WIN

Get in the game for the 2025 season.

Whether you’re a student, teacher, administrator, or community member, your involvement makes an impact! We want to make sure you’re set up for success, so check out all the helpful information here and in our digital playbook to help boost your chances of winning.

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Make note of the following important dates as we kick off the new season:

July 17 – Sept. 12

Application Period

The real fun kicks off on July 17, when schools from across the nation submit their applications and share why they deserve to win. During this time, applicants are celebrated with weekly $5K Fridays, T-Mobile Tuesday-branded giveaways, School Spotlights, school spirit activities, and more.

Sept. 25 – Oct. 24

Top 25 Finalists

Finalist schools will be announced and the voting period will open. Each finalist will receive $25,000, will be celebrated with a T-Mobile Magenta Home Game, and will continue rallying their community to secure as many votes as possible to win the grand prize.

Oct. 30

Winner Announced

All votes are in, and we announce our grand prize winner!

Pick the option that fits you to get your winning game plan!

Be prepared to share the following information so your application is game-day ready:

Address of high school.

The complete address of the high school, including the street name, city, and zip code.

Address of football field/stadium used for games.

​​This applies if your school’s field is located offsite from the main high school campus.​

High school’s social media accounts.

Social handles and hyperlinks for your school’s Instagram and X (Twitter) accounts.

Current photo of your school’s field.

An up-to-date photograph showcasing the football field or stadium for your school.

Official high school logo.

An image of your school's official logo.

​​Paperwork for $5K Fridays.

If selected as a $5K Friday winner, you will also need to provide school paperwork like a W-9 and signed affidavit.

How to help your school put big numbers on the board:

RALLY

Confirm your school has applied for Friday Night 5G Lights.

  • If your school hasn’t, contact them to sign up—they must apply between July 17 and September 12.
  • If they apply in the first week, they get special perks!
  • Once they apply, you can use social media to help them win.

POST

Post on social media to help your school win.

  • Each post = one entry in $5K Fridays.
  • Focus post on school pride and community involvement.
  • Tag @TMobile and your school.
  • Use both hashtags #FN5GL and #Sweepstakes on every post.

WIN

Tips to increase your chances of winning.

  • Be creative, start early, and post often.
  • Get students, teachers, cheerleaders, band, and parents involved.
  • Rally others in the community to do the same.
  • The more you post, the more chances you have to be a finalist.

 

Ready to apply?

Don’t wait—school officials can get started today!

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