What are the home jersey color and adornment rules?
Rule- USA
- NFHS
- High school
- Grades 9-12 (ages 14-18)
- Varsity
- 11-player football
- NFHS rules
- 2026 rules
- Officials
Under Rule 1-5-1b(3), all home team jerseys must be the same dark color(s) that clearly contrast with white. Illegal home jerseys were a 2025 rules reminder.
Since 2025, a school mascot is an allowed jersey adornment, along with the number, nickname, logo, school name and player name.
Updated 21 Oct 2026