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Stars & Stripes Border Classic to bring nation’s elite high school football talent to Independence Stadium
The Stars & Stripes Border Classic will be held at Independence Stadium on September 3-4, featuring top Louisiana high school football teams and two nationally recognized quarterbacks as part of Shreveport's America 250 Celebration.
The event starts Thursday with a game between two Shreveport teams and ends Friday with an ESPN-livestreamed doubleheader showcasing quarterbacks Peyton 'Pop' Houston and Elijah Haven, LSU and Alabama commits respectively.
Shreveport Mayor Tom Arceneaux said the event fits perfectly with the city's America 250 Celebration plans.
On September 4, ESPN will livestream two games: Dunham School vs. Parkway Panthers at 5 p.m. and Evangel Christian Academy vs. Rebels at 8 p.m., highlighting national high school football talent.