Premier Big 33 high school football game slated for Sunday, May 24 at Cumberland Valley High School featuring top all stars from Pennsylvania and Maryland plus cheerleaders, buddies, and military recognition
Tickets Are Now on Sale!
WHAT:
Pennsylvania’s 40-member PA Big 33 team for the 69th PSFCA Big 33 Football Classic presented by Renewal by Andersen of Central PA will be honored by State Lawmakers along with this year’s cheerleaders, coaches and buddies at the PA State Capitol in Harrisburg.
***Brief Program plus Presentations to Big 33 Players and Cheerleaders attending from across the state along with photos with State Lawmakers.
WHEN/WHERE:
Monday, March 16, 10:30 a.m. / PA STATE CAPITOL, MAIN ROTUNDA, Harrisburg
PARTICIPANTS IN THE CELEBRATION:
Garry Cathell, Executive Director, Big 33 and PSFCA
PA Senator Dawn Keefer
PA Senator Scott Martin
Other PA State Lawmakers from across the state
PA Big 33 Head Coach Don Holl, Gateway High School
Linda Johnston, Title Sponsor Renewal by Andersen of Central PA
Big 33 PA Team and Big 33 Cheerleaders from across the state
2026 Big 33 Buddy Captains
Cumberland Area Economic Development Corporation (CAEDC)
The Cumberland Valley Visitors Bureau
Football and Cheer Coaches, Host Families, Sponsors
The Peyton Walker Foundation
Master of Ceremonies Nancy Ryan
***To arrange media interviews, please RSVP to Lucy Gnazzo in advance.
“The Big 33 players, cheerleaders, buddies, partners, and our lawmakers truly value our special State Capitol Celebration. It is a proud day for all involved—especially our Big 33 family and the families of our All-Stars. These outstanding student-athletes deserve to be recognized for their exceptional accomplishments both on and off the football field. We are deeply thankful to our state lawmakers, as well as Sen. Dawn Keefer and her staff, for their support in hosting this prestigious event at the Pennsylvania State Capitol. Each year, our players, coaches, cheerleaders, and buddies are honored by lawmakers and distinguished guests, making this a meaningful and treasured tradition for young athletes from across the Commonwealth as they become part of the Big 33 family,” said Garry Cathell, Executive Director of the PSFCA and the Big 33 Football Classic
MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND:
The Pennsylvania Scholastic Football Coaches Association (PSFCA) proudly presents the 69th Big 33 Football Classic, presented by Renewal by Andersen of Central PA. This highly anticipated game will take place on Sunday, May 24 at Cumberland Valley High School’s Chapman Field in Cumberland County, PA, with kickoff at 6:30 p.m.
The day’s events begin with the Big 33 Girls Flag Football Games at 11:30 a.m. and 12:45 p.m., followed by the 3rd Annual Big 33 Girls Flag Championship Game at 3:00 p.m. Fans can then enjoy a Free Fan Fest from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., featuring exciting activities for all ages and meet Miss Pennsylvania. The Big 33 Pre-Game Ceremonies and Military Recognition will take place at 5:45 p.m., honoring those who have served our country. This year, Big 33 will welcome special guest Dave Bray, USN/USMC Veteran, who is an American musician known for his patriotic themes and country genre, to perform The National Anthem. As a token of appreciation, active military members and veterans receive FREE admission to Girls Flag Games, the Big 33 Football Classic and East/West games.
BACKGROUND:
Under the leadership of the Pennsylvania Scholastic Football Coaches Association, Cumberland County, the Commonwealth of PA and various sponsors are partnering to support the PSFCA Big 33 Football Classic presented by Renewal by Andersen. This exciting football match up has been described as “one of the best All-Star High School Football Games in the country” and has chosen a team since 1957.
Some Notable Big 33 Alumni and NFL Greats:
Some well-known Big 33 alumni include Joe Namath, Joe Montana, Dan Marino, Jim Kelly, Tony Dorsett, Ricky Waters, Ben Roethlisberger, Kyle Brady, Jordan Hill, Garry Gilliam, and Damar Hamlin.
The Big 33 Buddy Program pairs individuals with special needs with a Big 33 football player or cheerleader. Buddies participate in the halftime routine and enjoy time with their teammates throughout Big 33 weekend. The program also offers year-round special Buddy events, thanks to UPMC.
TICKETS AND MORE INFORMATION:
For tickets now on sale or for more information, visit www.Big33.org or follow the Big 33 on social media:
- Facebook: @Big33FootballClassic
- Instagram: @PFSCABig33FootballClassic
- Twitter: @psfcabig33
- LinkedIn: PSFCA Big 33 Football Classic
Proceeds from the Big 33 Football Classic help support all PSFCA Big 33 programs, including the Big 33 Buddy Program, military appreciation and recognition, and Big 33 Girls Flag Football during Memorial Day Weekend.
The Big 33 Host Family Program pairs Big 33 football players with local families, creating meaningful lifelong relationships. For more information to become a Host Family, contact Jillian Brubaker at [email protected]. Big 33 PA and MD Players will stay with host families again this year. Any potential host families or Buddies or interested sponsors can contact Leslie Frey at [email protected].
The Titan Threadz PSFCA East/West All-Star Games will take place on Sunday, May 17 (1-3A Small Schools Noon / 4-6A Big Schools 5 p.m.) at Cumberland Valley High School Chapman Field.