BAYOU JAMB 2026
Date: Monday, August 3, 2026
Contact Name: Patti Thurmon
Contact Title: Director, Bayou Jamb
Contact Info: patti@bayoujamb.com
Media Credentials: Please email bayoujamb@gmail.com or request via Bayou Jamb app.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE BAYOU JAMB 2026
A special thank you to our Title Sponsors: Mid South Extrusion, Origin Bank and Northeast Suspension and Performance whose corporate sponsorship and partnership allow us to host this incredible event in our community.
Bayou Jamb Media Day – Monday, August 24th at 10 am Fort Miro Room in the Abe E. Pierce III Convention Center adjacent to the Monroe Civic Center.\
Friday August 28th
4:00 PM – OCS vs. St. Frederick
6:00 PM – Mangham vs. Delhi Charter
8:00 PM – West Monroe vs. Neville
Saturday August 29th
11:00 AM – Beekman Charter vs. Jonesboro-Hodge
1:00 PM – Rayville vs. Richwood
3:00 PM – Oak Grove vs. Jena
5:00 PM – Ouachita vs. West Ouachita
7:00 PM – Evangel vs. Ruston
BAYOU JAMB 2026 EVENTS BAYOU JAMB FOOTBALL GAMES – Monroe, LA - Get ready for an action-packed weekend of football at Bayou Jamb! Tickets are just $12 in advance, available now at all participating high schools, or $15 at the gate or online at bayoujamb.com. Children 5 years and under get in free. Gates open at 3 PM on Friday, August 28th, and 10 AM on Saturday, August 29th. This year, halftime will feature spirit group performances, a 100-yard dash for kids, and a fun fan experience, making it an event the whole family will love. Plus, 100% of the ticket proceeds go directly to the schools, so come out and support your team!
FAN JAMB WEEK – Monroe, LA – Fan’s will enjoy signature events such as Media Day, Taste of the Tailgate Cook-Off, Character Counts School Tour, Salute to Service, Champion Square Village, Fan Jamb Tailgate, and the inaugural Bayou Jamb Volleyball event. A week’s worth of Bayou Jamb events packed throughout the community of Monroe to give everyone a taste of the Bayou Jamb experience leading up to the big games August 28th-29th in Malone Stadium. For extended details, a calendar of events, and to purchase tickets, visit our website bayoujamb.com or download our app on Apple Store or Google Play.
BAYOU JAMB MEDIA DAY – Monday, Aug. 24 – Bayou Jamb 2026 Media Day will be Monday, August 24th, at the Abe Pierce III - Fort Miro Room beginning at 10 am. Coaches from the sixteen participating teams will address the media, and each school will bring two of its top players. Thanks to Ouachita Valley Federal Credit Union, sponsor of Bayou Jamb Media Day 2026.
TASTE OF THE TAILGATE COOK-OFF – Monday, Aug.24 – A perfect lunch to kick off football season! Bayou Jamb is hosting a tailgate cook-off at the Abe Pierce III - Bayou Room adjacent to the Monroe Civic Center Monday, August 24th from 12 - 2pm. Local restaurants and chefs will battle it out for the Championship Title. Do not miss cheering for your favorite team while showing support for your favorite food! General Admission is $10 to sample all restaurants. Purchase tickets at bayoujamb.com or at the door, sponsored by Johnny’s Pizza.
BAYOU JAMB VOLLEYBALL– Tuesday, Aug. 25 – Join us for the inaugural Bayou Jamb Volleyball event as teams from across the region kick off the season in an exciting showcase of competition and school spirit. Sponsored by Vertex Volleyball League, this first-ever event celebrates the growth of high school volleyball while bringing together athletes, coaches, families, and fans for an unforgettable day of action.
CHARACTER COUNTS SCHOOL TOUR – Wednesday Aug. 26 – Players from participating Bayou Jamb schools will visit local elementary schools connecting with students about the importance of maintaining healthy relationships in sports, in the classroom, and in their everyday lives. Each student will receive a free ticket to the Bayou Jamb, sponsored by James Machine Works.
SALUTE TO SERVICE - Thursday, Aug. 27 – Salute to Service is a celebration to Honor, Empower, and Connect our nation's service members, veterans, community service programs, and high school ROTC members through sports. In honor of their service, Bayou Jamb will host a tribute to Pilots for Patients, participating school's ROTC students at Holy Dippers at 10 a.m. located at 4300 Loop Rd, Monroe, LA. Please join us for this free event.
FAN JAMB TAILGATE – Friday, Aug. 28 – Get ready to fire up the spirit and the grill! The Fan Jamb Tailgate is the ultimate spot for fans, families, and businesses to show their school pride, connect with the community, and enjoy some good ole-fashioned tailgating fun. Reserve your spot for the weekend for only $100 by visiting bayoujamb.com or download the app on Apple or Google Play. Sponsored by Raising Cane’s.
CHAMPIONS SQUARE VILLAGE– Friday – Saturday, Aug. 28-29 – In addition to the great football action, our Bagby Rental Championship Square Village opens at 3 PM on Friday and 10 AM Saturday with games, music, and an activity filled village for the entire family. Sponsored by Bagby Rental.
LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD – Friday – Saturday, Aug. 28-29 –The 2026 Bayou Jamb Lifetime Achievement Award Honorees, Aaron Dietrich, KNOE Sports Director, and Joe Raymond Peace Jr., Louisiana Tech Head Football Coach (1988–1995), will be inducted into the Bayou Jamb Hall of Fame in recognition of their outstanding contributions to sports and their lasting impact on athletes and communities. Sponsored by Senator Stewart Cathey Jr.
Special thanks to all our Bayou Jamb 2026 sponsors that make this event possible. We could not do this without you!
Acadian Ambulance, Adam Cossey, Ashley Storage, AT&T, Azure Pools and Spas, Bagby Rental, Bayou Bowl, Blue Bell Ice Cream, Brookshires + Super 1 Foods, Centric Credit Union, City of Monroe, City of West Monroe, Coca-Cola, Coney Island West Monroe, Courtesy Automotive, Crafts Galore the Rebel Store, D-BAT, David’s Mobile Detailing, Digital People, Fleet Feet, Frank Nettles Automotive, Gene's Caring Hands, Gregory Crop Consultants, Holton Flooring, Holy Dippers, Hooks Marina, Huck Productions, James Machine Works, Johnny's Pizza, Shield of Shelter Agents Jonathan Washam and Colton Anderson, KNOE TV-8, Louisiana National Guard, Lamar Advertising, American Legion Hall, Marion State Bank, Martinez Chiropractic, Medlin’s Metal Roofing, Mennon Campbell for District Attorney, Mid South Extrusion, Monroe Chamber of Commerce, NAPA of Rayville, Northeast Suspension and Performance, Origin Bank, Ouachita Valley Federal Credit Union, Raising Cane's, Rimcor Inc., Ruston Glass and Mirror, Sevenfold Federal Credit Union, Signs Now, Sir Speedy, Smoothie King, State Senator Glen Womack, State Farm - Josh Fuselier, Senator Stewart Cathey, Tarver Braddock Foundation, The Radio People, The Warehouse No. 1, Unitech Training Academy, Vertex Volleyball League, VOLT, Williamson Flooring, Woodmen’s Flag, and Zaxby's.
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