Charlotte, NC, November 7, 2026 — Union Academy has secured its progression in the NCHSAA 3A state football playoffs. The team emerged victorious against Patton with a final score of 19-14 in the first-round matchup. The game took place in Monroe, North Carolina, marking Union Academy’s advancement further into the tournament bracket.

The victory places Union Academy among the teams continuing their pursuit of the state championship title in the 3A classification. The tight scoreline indicates a competitive contest between the two high school football programs.

Specific details regarding the game’s key plays, individual player statistics, or the timing of the score were not provided in the available summary. Similarly, information concerning the teams’ records prior to this game, their previous playoff histories, or the identity of the head coaches involved was not specified.

The NCHSAA (North Carolina High School Athletic Association) 3A playoffs involve a series of elimination games to determine the state champion. Each round sees winning teams advance and losing teams conclude their season. Union Academy will now prepare for its next opponent in the ongoing tournament.

Further details regarding the specific date of the game, the location within Monroe, and the subsequent round of the playoffs for Union Academy were not immediately available in the provided information. The summary did not include any direct quotes from coaches or players, nor did it mention any specific team strategies or notable performances beyond the final score and outcome.


Story summarized from the original created by Nate Wimberly, Cam Gaskins on www.wbtv.com, see more information here.

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