Episcopal High School | Spirit Weekend & The Game

Spirit Weekend & The Game
November 10-11, 2023

Calling all parents, alumni, and friends of EHS: Mark your calendars for this spirit-filled weekend! Please note: Game time is 1:00 p.m. for the 122nd playing of The Game on Saturday, November 11.

Reminders about attending The Game:

Student buses depart campus at 9:00 a.m. Families who attend The Game meet students in Orange.
Woodberry's gates open at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday.
There are no tickets necessary and admission is free.
No tents, alcohol, or open fires are not allowed at The Game. Read joint letter from the Heads of School.
Here is a tailgating and parking map.
Be sure to stop by the School Store for spirit gear!
Many families opt to stay near Woodberry in Orange or Charlottesville area hotels on Saturday evening.

Special Note: With wildfires burning in Madison County, Virginia’s Governor has issued a state of emergency order that includes a burn-ban. There can be no open fires or fire pits at the tailgates and all grills must have closed covers.

2023 Spirit Weekend Schedule

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Friday, November 10: Spirit of The High School Celebration

Registration is open!

Join us in Centennial Gym at EHS from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. for a reception with fellow parents and local alumni. Attire is casual; expect jeans, sweaters, and lots of maroon and black! This event is for those 21 and older as beer and wine will be served; students will be attending the Maroon and Black Ball. Registration is $30.
Saturday, November 11: Class Tailgates and The 122nd Game
- Student buses depart campus at 9:00 a.m. Families who attend The Game meet students in Orange.
- Woodberry's gates open at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday.
- There are no tickets necessary and admission is free.
- No tents, alcohol, or open fires are not allowed at The Game. Read joint letter from the Heads of School.
- Here is a tailgating and parking map.
- Be sure to stop by the School Store for spirit gear!
- Many families opt to stay near Woodberry in Orange or Charlottesville area hotels on Saturday evening.
Special Note: With wildfires burning in Madison County, Virginia’s Governor has issued a state of emergency order that includes a burn-ban. There can be no open fires or fire pits at the tailgates and all grills must have closed covers.

The Game will be streamed live at youtube.com/woodberrytv for those who can’t make it to Orange.
Sunday, November 12: Brunch with BAN

Black alumni, join us during Spirit Weekend for an afternoon filled with delicious food and engaging conversations with the current Episcopal Black/African American Student Affinity Group. Register here by November 5, 2023, to secure your spot!

Register for the Spirit of The High School Celebration 2023

One of the Nation's Longest-Running High School Rivalries

The tradition began at the turn of the 20th Century, with Episcopal High School winning the first-ever game against Woodberry Forest. More than a century later, their annual football game thrives, spirited with the rich tradition of competition. Alumni, parents, faculty, and students share in the fun of rooting our team to victory.

Previous Photo Galleries

The 121st Game
The 120th Game
The 119th Game
The Maroon was scoreless in the first half but came from behind for a 20-16 win.
The 118th Game
Capping a long fourth-quarter drive with a touchdown, Episcopal goes ahead for good to win 25-21 to earn a second straight victory in the rivalry. (Click picture for a full photo gallery.)
The 117th Game
A stifling defense limits Woodberry Forest to 7 points in a 21-7 victory for EHS. (Click picture for a full photo gallery.)
The 116th Game
The Maroon fell to the Forest for the first time in three years, 34-21, in 2016. (Click picture for a full photo gallery.)