The Southern Door football team will stay close to home to open the 2026 season on Friday when they welcome New Holstein to Brussels.

The Eagles went 3-6 last season, which included a 36-20 loss to New Holstein in last season's opener. The Eagles lost All-Conference performers Lauden Berg and Landon Vandertie to graduation, but have Raymond Paye and Lance Veeser returning from those squads.

The Huskies finished 6-4 last season, including a first round playoff exit to Spencer/Columbus Catholic.

Kickoff is set for 7 p.m.