Historic Moment: Two Sevier County Teams Compete for State Titles This Friday
Sevier County is gearing up for an unforgettable week as both Sevier County High School and Gatlinburg-Pittman High School punch their tickets to the state football championship in Chattanooga. This rare and exciting moment has filled the community with pride, and Sevier County Schools has announced several updates to help families, students, and supporters join in the celebrations.
No School on December 5 to Support Teams at State
To allow as many families as possible to travel and cheer on the teams, Sevier County Schools is exchanging an administrative day for this Friday, December 5.
There will be no school on December 5, and the instructional day will be made up on May 28.
This schedule change also helps the district manage staffing shortages and transportation challenges associated with having two high schools and their feeder schools traveling simultaneously. The district emphasized that this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity they hope families can enjoy together.
School Send-Off Celebrations
The community is invited to cheer on both teams before they depart for the championship with special send-off events:
Gatlinburg-Pittman High School Send-Off
- Thursday, December 4, 2025 at 8:15 AM
- Location: GPHS Campus
- Families, students, and community members are encouraged to attend.
Sevier County High School Send-Off
- Friday, December 5, 2025 at 12:30 PM
- Location: SCHS Campus
- Open to families, students, and community supporters.
Game Day Information for Fans Traveling to Chattanooga
Whether you’re heading to Finley Stadium to cheer from the stands or following from home, here’s what you need to know:
Tickets
- Tickets are available online through GoFan: https://gofan.co/event/4578322
- Presale price: $13 per day if purchased before Dec. 3 at 11:59 PM EST
- After presale: $15 per day online or $20 per day at the gate
- Discounted tickets must be purchased online on Wednesday night.
- Day-of-game sales are cash only.
- All spectators school-age and older must have a ticket.
Re-Entry
- Fans attending both games must get an armband to re-enter.
Gates
- Gates open one hour prior to the first game.
Location & Parking
Finley Stadium
1826 Reggie White Blvd.
Chattanooga, TN 37408
Parking Details:
- $15 per day, cash only
- Available on a first-come, first-served basis
- Parking attendants will be located at North Lot entrances
Stadium Policies to Know
To ensure a safe and enjoyable environment, Finley Stadium will enforce standard security measures:
Expect:
- Clear bag policy
- Bag checks
- Individual metal detection
Not Allowed:
- Weapons
- Animals (service animals allowed)
- Bags larger than 4.5″ x 6.5″
- Outside food or drinks
- Stadium chairs with arms/pockets
- Full umbrellas (collapsible allowed)
- Anything blocking views (noisemakers, selfie sticks, fireworks)
- Professional cameras with detachable lenses
- Folding or pop-up chairs
- Drones (stadium is a NO FLY ZONE)
A full list is available on the Finley Stadium website.
Accessibility
Finley Stadium is handicap accessible, with designated parking available in the North Lot adjacent to the stadium.
A Community United
This is a historic moment for Sevier County. Two programs, two communities, and one county showing incredible pride and support. Sevier County Schools extends its best wishes to both Gatlinburg-Pittman High School and Sevier County High School as they compete for the state title.
Let’s cheer them on all the way to victory!
