By Toby Hammes
Manhattan High football’s road to defending its Class 6A title will begin with a pair of challenging non-league matchups, highlighting its 2026 schedule that pits the Indians against several unfamiliar opponents early in the season.
The defending champions will open the year Sept. 4 at Bishop Stadium against Rockhurst, a typical Missouri power in football that finished 9-3 last season. The game will mark the first meeting between the two programs.
