The 2026 Houston Christian Huskies football schedule is set. Houston Christian plays in the Southland Conference and runs a 12-game season. The Huskies open August 29 at Southeastern Louisiana. Below is the complete 2026 schedule, a free printable one-pager, and how the season sets up.
2026 Houston Christian Football: Quick Facts
Last updated: August 10, 2026
- Conference: Southland Conference (FCS)
- Home stadium: Husky Stadium, Houston, TX
- Regular season: 12 games (5 home games, and 7 on the road)
- Conference games: 9
- Opener: August 29 at Southeastern Louisiana
- Finale: November 21 vs UTRGV
2026 Houston Christian Football Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Site | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 29 | at Southeastern Louisiana | Away | Southland |
| Sept 5 | at Rice | Away | Non-conference |
| Sept 12 | vs Arkansas Baptist | Home | Non-conference |
| Sept 19 | at Incarnate Word | Away | Southland |
| Sept 26 | at North Texas | Away | Non-conference |
| Oct 3 | vs Nicholls | Home | Southland |
| Oct 17 | vs East Texas A&M | Home | Southland |
| Oct 24 | at Lamar | Away | Southland |
| Oct 31 | at Stephen F. Austin | Away | Southland |
| Nov 7 | vs McNeese | Home | Southland |
| Nov 14 | at Northwestern State | Away | Southland |
| Nov 21 | vs UTRGV | Home | Southland |
Houston Christian opens the season August 29 at Southeastern Louisiana and closes the regular season November 21 vs UTRGV.
How the 2026 Houston Christian Season Sets Up
Houston Christian plays a 12-game regular season in 2026: 3 non-conference dates and 9 Southland Conference games. The Huskies play 5 home games, and 7 on the road.
Houston Christian, the Southland Conference Race, and the FCS Playoffs
The Southland Conference champion earns the league automatic bid into the 24-team FCS playoff bracket, so the conference race doubles as a playoff race. Follow the standings on our 2026 Southland Conference football schedule and standings page and print the field with the 2026 FCS playoff bracket.
How to Watch Houston Christian in 2026
Houston Christian games are carried across ESPN platforms, including ESPN+, with select games on ESPN networks and regional outlets. Exact network and kickoff time for each game are confirmed in the weeks before kickoff, so bookmark this page and check back as the matchups firm up.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Houston Christian open the 2026 season?
Houston Christian opens the 2026 season August 29 at Southeastern Louisiana. The regular season runs through the finale November 21 vs UTRGV.
How many games do the Huskies play in 2026?
Houston Christian plays a 12-game regular season in 2026: 5 home games, and 7 on the road, including 9 Southland Conference games.
Does the Southland Conference champion make the FCS playoffs?
Yes. The Southland Conference champion earns the conference automatic bid into the 24-team FCS playoff bracket. Other Southland Conference teams can also earn at-large selections in a strong year.
Is there a printable Houston Christian schedule?
Yes. A free printable PDF of the full 2026 Houston Christian schedule is available above, with every date, opponent, and a blank column to fill in results.
How can I watch Houston Christian football in 2026?
Houston Christian games are carried across ESPN platforms, including ESPN+, with select games on ESPN networks and regional outlets. Exact network and kickoff time for each game are confirmed closer to gameday.
More 2026 FCS Coverage
Explore more: the 2026 Southland Conference football schedule and standings, the 2026 FCS football schedule and conference guide, and the printable 2026 FCS playoff bracket.
