Day: September 15, 2025

In towns across America, big dreams live in small places. This week, those dreams became reality for Bourne High School in Bourne, Massachusetts, as it claimed a $5,000 prize in T-Mobile’s Friday Night 5G Lights contest – proving that geographic size has nothing to do with the size of community spirit.

The victory represents more than prize money; it’s validation of what residents of Bourne have always known: their high school football tradition deserves national recognition. Through strategic social media engagement on Instagram and X, Bourne High School showcased the authentic passion and dedication that defines small-town America, earning recognition among thousands of participating schools nationwide.

T-Mobile’s Friday Night 5G Lights contest specifically celebrates communities like Bourne, awarding weekly $5,000 prizes to high schools that best capture their Friday night experiences online. The program aligns perfectly with T-Mobile’s commitment to empowering rural America – a mission that has seen over $16 million invested through Hometown Grants, expanded 5G network coverage to underserved areas, and educational support through initiatives like Project 10Million.

For Bourne High School, this opportunity transforms possibility into reality. The $5,000 prize will be put to good use, creating immediate impact that extends far beyond Friday nights. But the true value lies in the spotlight this victory shines on the quality, dedication, and potential that exists in communities that might otherwise be overlooked.

The path to success demonstrates that with the right platform and commitment, any school can achieve recognition. The contest rewards genuine storytelling – sharing the moments that make each Friday night special, from pre-game traditions to post-game celebrations. Schools that post consistently and follow contest guidelines position themselves for weekly consideration.

This represents exactly the kind of opportunity that can transform a school’s trajectory. Recognition breeds confidence. Confidence attracts resources. Resources enable achievement. And achievement inspires the next generation to dream even bigger.

Other small-town schools watching Bourne High School’s success should recognize the accessibility of this opportunity. The contest doesn’t require expensive equipment, professional marketing teams, or elaborate productions. It requires authentic representation of what already makes your Friday nights special.

The ingredients for success exist in every participating community: passionate students, dedicated coaches, supportive families, and traditions worth celebrating. The challenge lies in consistently capturing and sharing those moments with the wider world.

Ready to help Bourne High School dream even bigger?

This $5K win proves your town has what it takes – now it’s time to aim for the ultimate prize. This season, 25 schools will become finalists earning $25,000 each plus a T-Mobile-hosted home game, and one lucky school will win the life-changing $1,000,000 grand prize package. Keep building momentum by engaging with their content, sharing their Friday night stories, and proving that small towns can achieve the biggest dreams.

Download the FN5GL Playbook to see the path to victory, and keep the energy high with every #FN5GL and #Sweepstakes post. Don’t forget to tag @TMobile in every post and always refer to your school by its full name.

The question isn’t whether your town has what it takes – it’s whether you’re ready to show the world what you’ve got.

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This contest is part of the T-Mobile Friday Night 5G Lights program. Only schools that met the contest’s eligibility requirements were included in the campaign and prize selection, and community engagement helps determine future prize opportunities. This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed, or administered by, or associated with, Meta, and participants release Meta from any responsibility related to the campaign. See Official Rules.

When stadium lights illuminated the field at Booker T. Washington High School last Friday night, something magical was in the air. The band struck up the fight song, the cheerleaders rallied the crowd, and families filled every seat in the stands. Little did they know they were witnessing a $5,000 winning moment in T-Mobile’s Friday Night 5G Lights contest.

Friday nights have always been special in Tuskegee, Alabama, but this season they’ve taken on new meaning. Each week, T-Mobile awards $5,000 to one high school in a community of 150,000 or fewer residents, and this week, that spotlight shines directly on Booker T. Washington High School. Their victory represents the very essence of what makes Friday night lights so captivating – the energy, the tradition, and the unbreakable bond between a school and its community.

The winning formula wasn’t complicated: authentic moments shared from the heart of the action. Whether capturing the intensity of the locker room before kickoff, the precision of the marching band at halftime, or the pure joy of students in the student section, Booker T. Washington High School showed the nation what real Friday night magic looks like.

This recognition comes as part of T-Mobile’s broader commitment to powering small-town America. Since 2021, the company has been expanding its America’s largest 5G network into rural communities, supporting students through educational initiatives, and investing millions in hometown development. Friday Night 5G Lights celebrates the institutions that anchor these communities – the high schools where traditions are born and memories are made.

The $5,000 prize will help Booker T. Washington High School athletics, ensuring that future Friday nights will be even brighter. But perhaps more importantly, this victory demonstrates that when a school community comes together with a common purpose, remarkable things can happen.

The contest continues throughout the fall season, with 450 schools set to win $5,000 each. The secret to success? Consistent, engaging content that tells your school’s unique story. Every pregame ritual, every touchdown celebration, every moment that makes your Friday nights special deserves to be shared.

Picture this: Booker T. Washington High School’s name announced as a winner, your community celebrating, and your Friday night tradition getting the national recognition it deserves. That vision can become reality, but it starts with your action.

Ready to help Booker T. Washington High School reach the championship level?

This $5K victory puts them in contention for so much more – 25 finalists will earn $25,000 each plus a T-Mobile-hosted home game, and one school will claim the ultimate $1,000,000 grand prize package. Keep amplifying their Friday night magic by engaging with every post, sharing their content, and proving that Tuskegee has championship-level spirit.

Download the FN5GL Playbook to learn the winning strategies, and rally behind your school. Tag your posts with #FN5GL and #Sweepstakes, mention @TMobile, and make sure to use your full school name – no abbreviations.

The lights are on, the stage is set – now let’s show them what champions look like.

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This contest is part of the T-Mobile Friday Night 5G Lights program. Only schools that met the contest’s eligibility requirements were included in the campaign and prize selection, and community engagement helps determine future prize opportunities. This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed, or administered by, or associated with, Meta, and participants release Meta from any responsibility related to the campaign.See Official Rules.

In towns across America, big dreams live in small places. This week, those dreams became reality for Austin High School in Decatur, Alabama, as it claimed a $5,000 prize in T-Mobile’s Friday Night 5G Lights contest – proving that geographic size has nothing to do with the size of community spirit.

The victory represents more than prize money; it’s validation of what residents of Decatur have always known: their high school football tradition deserves national recognition. Through strategic social media engagement on Instagram and X, Austin High School showcased the authentic passion and dedication that defines small-town America, earning recognition among thousands of participating schools nationwide.

T-Mobile’s Friday Night 5G Lights contest specifically celebrates communities like Decatur, awarding weekly $5,000 prizes to high schools that best capture their Friday night experiences online. The program aligns perfectly with T-Mobile’s commitment to empowering rural America – a mission that has seen over $16 million invested through Hometown Grants, expanded 5G network coverage to underserved areas, and educational support through initiatives like Project 10Million.

For Austin High School, this opportunity transforms possibility into reality. The $5,000 prize will be put to good use, creating immediate impact that extends far beyond Friday nights. But the true value lies in the spotlight this victory shines on the quality, dedication, and potential that exists in communities that might otherwise be overlooked.

The path to success demonstrates that with the right platform and commitment, any school can achieve recognition. The contest rewards genuine storytelling – sharing the moments that make each Friday night special, from pre-game traditions to post-game celebrations. Schools that post consistently and follow contest guidelines position themselves for weekly consideration.

This represents exactly the kind of opportunity that can transform a school’s trajectory. Recognition breeds confidence. Confidence attracts resources. Resources enable achievement. And achievement inspires the next generation to dream even bigger.

Other small-town schools watching Austin High School’s success should recognize the accessibility of this opportunity. The contest doesn’t require expensive equipment, professional marketing teams, or elaborate productions. It requires authentic representation of what already makes your Friday nights special.

The ingredients for success exist in every participating community: passionate students, dedicated coaches, supportive families, and traditions worth celebrating. The challenge lies in consistently capturing and sharing those moments with the wider world.

Ready to help Austin High School dream even bigger?

This $5K win proves your town has what it takes – now it’s time to aim for the ultimate prize. This season, 25 schools will become finalists earning $25,000 each plus a T-Mobile-hosted home game, and one lucky school will win the life-changing $1,000,000 grand prize package. Keep building momentum by engaging with their content, sharing their Friday night stories, and proving that small towns can achieve the biggest dreams.

Download the FN5GL Playbook to see the path to victory, and keep the energy high with every #FN5GL and #Sweepstakes post. Don’t forget to tag @TMobile in every post and always refer to your school by its full name.

The question isn’t whether your town has what it takes – it’s whether you’re ready to show the world what you’ve got.

————————————————-

This contest is part of the T-Mobile Friday Night 5G Lights program. Only schools that met the contest’s eligibility requirements were included in the campaign and prize selection, and community engagement helps determine future prize opportunities. This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed, or administered by, or associated with, Meta, and participants release Meta from any responsibility related to the campaign. See Official Rules.

When stadium lights illuminated the field at Atchison County Community High School last Friday night, something magical was in the air. The band struck up the fight song, the cheerleaders rallied the crowd, and families filled every seat in the stands. Little did they know they were witnessing a $5,000 winning moment in T-Mobile’s Friday Night 5G Lights contest.

Friday nights have always been special in Effingham, Kansas, but this season they’ve taken on new meaning. Each week, T-Mobile awards $5,000 to one high school in a community of 150,000 or fewer residents, and this week, that spotlight shines directly on Atchison County Community High School. Their victory represents the very essence of what makes Friday night lights so captivating – the energy, the tradition, and the unbreakable bond between a school and its community.

The winning formula wasn’t complicated: authentic moments shared from the heart of the action. Whether capturing the intensity of the locker room before kickoff, the precision of the marching band at halftime, or the pure joy of students in the student section, Atchison County Community High School showed the nation what real Friday night magic looks like.

This recognition comes as part of T-Mobile’s broader commitment to powering small-town America. Since 2021, the company has been expanding its America’s largest 5G network into rural communities, supporting students through educational initiatives, and investing millions in hometown development. Friday Night 5G Lights celebrates the institutions that anchor these communities – the high schools where traditions are born and memories are made.

The $5,000 prize will help Atchison County Community High School athletics, ensuring that future Friday nights will be even brighter. But perhaps more importantly, this victory demonstrates that when a school community comes together with a common purpose, remarkable things can happen.

The contest continues throughout the fall season, with 450 schools set to win $5,000 each. The secret to success? Consistent, engaging content that tells your school’s unique story. Every pregame ritual, every touchdown celebration, every moment that makes your Friday nights special deserves to be shared.

Picture this: Atchison County Community High School’s name announced as a winner, your community celebrating, and your Friday night tradition getting the national recognition it deserves. That vision can become reality, but it starts with your action.

Ready to help Atchison County Community High School reach the championship level?

This $5K victory puts them in contention for so much more – 25 finalists will earn $25,000 each plus a T-Mobile-hosted home game, and one school will claim the ultimate $1,000,000 grand prize package. Keep amplifying their Friday night magic by engaging with every post, sharing their content, and proving that Effingham has championship-level spirit.

Download the FN5GL Playbook to learn the winning strategies, and rally behind your school. Tag your posts with #FN5GL and #Sweepstakes, mention @TMobile, and make sure to use your full school name – no abbreviations.

The lights are on, the stage is set – now let’s show them what champions look like.

————————————————-

This contest is part of the T-Mobile Friday Night 5G Lights program. Only schools that met the contest’s eligibility requirements were included in the campaign and prize selection, and community engagement helps determine future prize opportunities. This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed, or administered by, or associated with, Meta, and participants release Meta from any responsibility related to the campaign.See Official Rules.

There’s something special about Friday nights in Warrenton, Missouri. When the stadium lights flicker on, the marching band tunes up, and friends and family pack the stands, you can feel the pride that runs deep through this town. This week, that pride paid off in a big way when Warrenton High School was selected as a $5,000 winner in T-Mobile’s Friday Night 5G Lights contest.

The victory showcases what makes small-town America so remarkable – the way an entire community can rally behind their local high school. From the moment Warrenton High School started participating in the contest, sharing their Friday night moments on Instagram and X, the response was electric. Parents, alumni, local businesses, and students all joined forces to show the nation what pride looks like.

“Football plays a huge role in our school and community. Many people only interact with the school district through football. It is the first thing everyone sees and making upgrades to our stadium puts a good foot forward with our community. We are excited to receive this prize and put it to good use.” said Activities Director, Andrew Arnette.

T-Mobile’s Friday Night 5G Lights isn’t just celebrating high school football – it’s celebrating the heart of communities like Warrenton. Since launching its small-town commitment in April 2021, T-Mobile has invested over $16 million through its Hometown Grants program, expanded 5G coverage to underserved areas, and supported students through Project 10Million. This contest continues that mission, recognizing that America’s strength lies in its small towns and the schools that serve as their beating hearts.

The $5,000 prize will be put to immediate use at Warrenton High School. But beyond the financial impact, this recognition puts Warrenton on the national map, showing everyone what locals already know – this community has something special.

For other schools watching Warrenton High School’s success, the path forward is clear. T-Mobile’s Friday Night 5G Lights contest rewards schools that consistently share engaging content from their official social media accounts, whether it’s pregame traditions, halftime shows, community support, or post-game celebrations. The key is authentic storytelling that captures the unique spirit of your Friday nights.

Every post matters. Every share counts. Every story has the potential to be the one that catches T-Mobile’s attention and brings home the next $5,000 prize.

Ready to help Warrenton High School win big?

Follow their official social media accounts and actively engage with their Friday night content. Tag your posts with #FN5GL and #Sweepstakes, mention @TMobile, and make sure to use your full school name – no abbreviations. Rally your friends, family, and neighbors to do the same.

You can elevate Warrenton High School to one of the 25 finalists spots – worth $25,000 and T-Mobile hosted one game – and keep its pursuit of the ultimate $1,000,000 grand prize alive.

And remember, download the FN5GL Playbook and see what it takes to win!

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This contest is part of the T-Mobile Friday Night 5G Lights program. Only schools that met the contest’s eligibility requirements were included in the campaign and prize selection, and community engagement helps determine future prize opportunities. This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed, or administered by, or associated with, Meta, and participants release Meta from any responsibility related to the campaign. See Official Rules.

When stadium lights illuminated the field at East Pennsboro Area High School last Friday night, something magical was in the air. The band struck up the fight song, the cheerleaders rallied the crowd, and families filled every seat in the stands. Little did they know they were witnessing a $5,000 winning moment in T-Mobile’s Friday Night 5G Lights contest.

Friday nights have always been special in Enola, Pennsylvania, but this season they’ve taken on new meaning. Each week, T-Mobile awards $5,000 to one high school in a community of 150,000 or fewer residents, and this week, that spotlight shines directly on East Pennsboro Area High School. Their victory represents the very essence of what makes Friday night lights so captivating – the energy, the tradition, and the unbreakable bond between a school and its community.

The winning formula wasn’t complicated: authentic moments shared from the heart of the action. Whether capturing the intensity of the locker room before kickoff, the precision of the marching band at halftime, or the pure joy of students in the student section, East Pennsboro Area High School showed the nation what real Friday night magic looks like.

This recognition comes as part of T-Mobile’s broader commitment to powering small-town America. Since 2021, the company has been expanding its America’s largest 5G network into rural communities, supporting students through educational initiatives, and investing millions in hometown development. Friday Night 5G Lights celebrates the institutions that anchor these communities – the high schools where traditions are born and memories are made.

The $5,000 prize will help East Pennsboro Area High School athletics, ensuring that future Friday nights will be even brighter. But perhaps more importantly, this victory demonstrates that when a school community comes together with a common purpose, remarkable things can happen.

The contest continues throughout the fall season, with 450 schools set to win $5,000 each. The secret to success? Consistent, engaging content that tells your school’s unique story. Every pregame ritual, every touchdown celebration, every moment that makes your Friday nights special deserves to be shared.

Picture this: East Pennsboro Area High School’s name announced as a winner, your community celebrating, and your Friday night tradition getting the national recognition it deserves. That vision can become reality, but it starts with your action.

Ready to help East Pennsboro Area High School reach the championship level?

This $5K victory puts them in contention for so much more – 25 finalists will earn $25,000 each plus a T-Mobile-hosted home game, and one school will claim the ultimate $1,000,000 grand prize package. Keep amplifying their Friday night magic by engaging with every post, sharing their content, and proving that Enola has championship-level spirit.

Download the FN5GL Playbook to learn the winning strategies, and rally behind your school. Tag your posts with #FN5GL and #Sweepstakes, mention @TMobile, and make sure to use your full school name – no abbreviations.

The lights are on, the stage is set – now let’s show them what champions look like.

————————————————-

This contest is part of the T-Mobile Friday Night 5G Lights program. Only schools that met the contest’s eligibility requirements were included in the campaign and prize selection, and community engagement helps determine future prize opportunities. This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed, or administered by, or associated with, Meta, and participants release Meta from any responsibility related to the campaign.See Official Rules.

In towns across America, big dreams live in small places. This week, those dreams became reality for Madras High School in Madras, Oregon, as it claimed a $5,000 prize in T-Mobile’s Friday Night 5G Lights contest – proving that geographic size has nothing to do with the size of community spirit.

The victory represents more than prize money; it’s validation of what residents of Madras have always known: their high school football tradition deserves national recognition. Through strategic social media engagement on Instagram and X, Madras High School showcased the authentic passion and dedication that defines small-town America, earning recognition among thousands of participating schools nationwide.

T-Mobile’s Friday Night 5G Lights contest specifically celebrates communities like Madras, awarding weekly $5,000 prizes to high schools that best capture their Friday night experiences online. The program aligns perfectly with T-Mobile’s commitment to empowering rural America – a mission that has seen over $16 million invested through Hometown Grants, expanded 5G network coverage to underserved areas, and educational support through initiatives like Project 10Million.

For Madras High School, this opportunity transforms possibility into reality. The $5,000 prize will be put to good use, creating immediate impact that extends far beyond Friday nights. But the true value lies in the spotlight this victory shines on the quality, dedication, and potential that exists in communities that might otherwise be overlooked.

The path to success demonstrates that with the right platform and commitment, any school can achieve recognition. The contest rewards genuine storytelling – sharing the moments that make each Friday night special, from pre-game traditions to post-game celebrations. Schools that post consistently and follow contest guidelines position themselves for weekly consideration.

This represents exactly the kind of opportunity that can transform a school’s trajectory. Recognition breeds confidence. Confidence attracts resources. Resources enable achievement. And achievement inspires the next generation to dream even bigger.

Other small-town schools watching Madras High School’s success should recognize the accessibility of this opportunity. The contest doesn’t require expensive equipment, professional marketing teams, or elaborate productions. It requires authentic representation of what already makes your Friday nights special.

The ingredients for success exist in every participating community: passionate students, dedicated coaches, supportive families, and traditions worth celebrating. The challenge lies in consistently capturing and sharing those moments with the wider world.

Ready to help Madras High School dream even bigger?

This $5K win proves your town has what it takes – now it’s time to aim for the ultimate prize. This season, 25 schools will become finalists earning $25,000 each plus a T-Mobile-hosted home game, and one lucky school will win the life-changing $1,000,000 grand prize package. Keep building momentum by engaging with their content, sharing their Friday night stories, and proving that small towns can achieve the biggest dreams.

Download the FN5GL Playbook to see the path to victory, and keep the energy high with every #FN5GL and #Sweepstakes post. Don’t forget to tag @TMobile in every post and always refer to your school by its full name.

The question isn’t whether your town has what it takes – it’s whether you’re ready to show the world what you’ve got.

————————————————-

This contest is part of the T-Mobile Friday Night 5G Lights program. Only schools that met the contest’s eligibility requirements were included in the campaign and prize selection, and community engagement helps determine future prize opportunities. This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed, or administered by, or associated with, Meta, and participants release Meta from any responsibility related to the campaign. See Official Rules.

When stadium lights illuminated the field at Ligonier Valley High School last Friday night, something magical was in the air. The band struck up the fight song, the cheerleaders rallied the crowd, and families filled every seat in the stands. Little did they know they were witnessing a $5,000 winning moment in T-Mobile’s Friday Night 5G Lights contest.

Friday nights have always been special in Ligonier, Pennsylvania, but this season they’ve taken on new meaning. Each week, T-Mobile awards $5,000 to one high school in a community of 150,000 or fewer residents, and this week, that spotlight shines directly on Ligonier Valley High School. Their victory represents the very essence of what makes Friday night lights so captivating – the energy, the tradition, and the unbreakable bond between a school and its community.

The winning formula wasn’t complicated: authentic moments shared from the heart of the action. Whether capturing the intensity of the locker room before kickoff, the precision of the marching band at halftime, or the pure joy of students in the student section, Ligonier Valley High School showed the nation what real Friday night magic looks like.

This recognition comes as part of T-Mobile’s broader commitment to powering small-town America. Since 2021, the company has been expanding its America’s largest 5G network into rural communities, supporting students through educational initiatives, and investing millions in hometown development. Friday Night 5G Lights celebrates the institutions that anchor these communities – the high schools where traditions are born and memories are made.

The $5,000 prize will help Ligonier Valley High School athletics, ensuring that future Friday nights will be even brighter. But perhaps more importantly, this victory demonstrates that when a school community comes together with a common purpose, remarkable things can happen.

The contest continues throughout the fall season, with 450 schools set to win $5,000 each. The secret to success? Consistent, engaging content that tells your school’s unique story. Every pregame ritual, every touchdown celebration, every moment that makes your Friday nights special deserves to be shared.

Picture this: Ligonier Valley High School’s name announced as a winner, your community celebrating, and your Friday night tradition getting the national recognition it deserves. That vision can become reality, but it starts with your action.

Ready to help Ligonier Valley High School reach the championship level?

This $5K victory puts them in contention for so much more – 25 finalists will earn $25,000 each plus a T-Mobile-hosted home game, and one school will claim the ultimate $1,000,000 grand prize package. Keep amplifying their Friday night magic by engaging with every post, sharing their content, and proving that Ligonier has championship-level spirit.

Download the FN5GL Playbook to learn the winning strategies, and rally behind your school. Tag your posts with #FN5GL and #Sweepstakes, mention @TMobile, and make sure to use your full school name – no abbreviations.

The lights are on, the stage is set – now let’s show them what champions look like.

————————————————-

This contest is part of the T-Mobile Friday Night 5G Lights program. Only schools that met the contest’s eligibility requirements were included in the campaign and prize selection, and community engagement helps determine future prize opportunities. This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed, or administered by, or associated with, Meta, and participants release Meta from any responsibility related to the campaign.See Official Rules.

In towns across America, big dreams live in small places. This week, those dreams became reality for Kerkhoven-Murdock-Sunburg High School in Kerkhoven, Minnesota, as it claimed a $5,000 prize in T-Mobile’s Friday Night 5G Lights contest – proving that geographic size has nothing to do with the size of community spirit.

The victory represents more than prize money; it’s validation of what residents of Kerkhoven have always known: their high school football tradition deserves national recognition. Through strategic social media engagement on Instagram and X, Kerkhoven-Murdock-Sunburg High School showcased the authentic passion and dedication that defines small-town America, earning recognition among thousands of participating schools nationwide.

T-Mobile’s Friday Night 5G Lights contest specifically celebrates communities like Kerkhoven, awarding weekly $5,000 prizes to high schools that best capture their Friday night experiences online. The program aligns perfectly with T-Mobile’s commitment to empowering rural America – a mission that has seen over $16 million invested through Hometown Grants, expanded 5G network coverage to underserved areas, and educational support through initiatives like Project 10Million.

For Kerkhoven-Murdock-Sunburg High School, this opportunity transforms possibility into reality. The $5,000 prize will be put to good use, creating immediate impact that extends far beyond Friday nights. But the true value lies in the spotlight this victory shines on the quality, dedication, and potential that exists in communities that might otherwise be overlooked.

The path to success demonstrates that with the right platform and commitment, any school can achieve recognition. The contest rewards genuine storytelling – sharing the moments that make each Friday night special, from pre-game traditions to post-game celebrations. Schools that post consistently and follow contest guidelines position themselves for weekly consideration.

This represents exactly the kind of opportunity that can transform a school’s trajectory. Recognition breeds confidence. Confidence attracts resources. Resources enable achievement. And achievement inspires the next generation to dream even bigger.

Other small-town schools watching Kerkhoven-Murdock-Sunburg High School’s success should recognize the accessibility of this opportunity. The contest doesn’t require expensive equipment, professional marketing teams, or elaborate productions. It requires authentic representation of what already makes your Friday nights special.

The ingredients for success exist in every participating community: passionate students, dedicated coaches, supportive families, and traditions worth celebrating. The challenge lies in consistently capturing and sharing those moments with the wider world.

Ready to help Kerkhoven-Murdock-Sunburg High School dream even bigger?

This $5K win proves your town has what it takes – now it’s time to aim for the ultimate prize. This season, 25 schools will become finalists earning $25,000 each plus a T-Mobile-hosted home game, and one lucky school will win the life-changing $1,000,000 grand prize package. Keep building momentum by engaging with their content, sharing their Friday night stories, and proving that small towns can achieve the biggest dreams.

Download the FN5GL Playbook to see the path to victory, and keep the energy high with every #FN5GL and #Sweepstakes post. Don’t forget to tag @TMobile in every post and always refer to your school by its full name.

The question isn’t whether your town has what it takes – it’s whether you’re ready to show the world what you’ve got.

————————————————-

This contest is part of the T-Mobile Friday Night 5G Lights program. Only schools that met the contest’s eligibility requirements were included in the campaign and prize selection, and community engagement helps determine future prize opportunities. This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed, or administered by, or associated with, Meta, and participants release Meta from any responsibility related to the campaign. See Official Rules.

When stadium lights illuminated the field at Hooks High School last Friday night, something magical was in the air. The band struck up the fight song, the cheerleaders rallied the crowd, and families filled every seat in the stands. Little did they know they were witnessing a $5,000 winning moment in T-Mobile’s Friday Night 5G Lights contest.

Friday nights have always been special in Hooks, Texas, but this season they’ve taken on new meaning. Each week, T-Mobile awards $5,000 to one high school in a community of 150,000 or fewer residents, and this week, that spotlight shines directly on Hooks High School. Their victory represents the very essence of what makes Friday night lights so captivating – the energy, the tradition, and the unbreakable bond between a school and its community.

The winning formula wasn’t complicated: authentic moments shared from the heart of the action. Whether capturing the intensity of the locker room before kickoff, the precision of the marching band at halftime, or the pure joy of students in the student section, Hooks High School showed the nation what real Friday night magic looks like.

This recognition comes as part of T-Mobile’s broader commitment to powering small-town America. Since 2021, the company has been expanding its America’s largest 5G network into rural communities, supporting students through educational initiatives, and investing millions in hometown development. Friday Night 5G Lights celebrates the institutions that anchor these communities – the high schools where traditions are born and memories are made.

The $5,000 prize will help Hooks High School athletics, ensuring that future Friday nights will be even brighter. But perhaps more importantly, this victory demonstrates that when a school community comes together with a common purpose, remarkable things can happen.

The contest continues throughout the fall season, with 450 schools set to win $5,000 each. The secret to success? Consistent, engaging content that tells your school’s unique story. Every pregame ritual, every touchdown celebration, every moment that makes your Friday nights special deserves to be shared.

Picture this: Hooks High School’s name announced as a winner, your community celebrating, and your Friday night tradition getting the national recognition it deserves. That vision can become reality, but it starts with your action.

Ready to help Hooks High School reach the championship level?

This $5K victory puts them in contention for so much more – 25 finalists will earn $25,000 each plus a T-Mobile-hosted home game, and one school will claim the ultimate $1,000,000 grand prize package. Keep amplifying their Friday night magic by engaging with every post, sharing their content, and proving that Hooks has championship-level spirit.

Download the FN5GL Playbook to learn the winning strategies, and rally behind your school. Tag your posts with #FN5GL and #Sweepstakes, mention @TMobile, and make sure to use your full school name – no abbreviations.

The lights are on, the stage is set – now let’s show them what champions look like.

————————————————-

This contest is part of the T-Mobile Friday Night 5G Lights program. Only schools that met the contest’s eligibility requirements were included in the campaign and prize selection, and community engagement helps determine future prize opportunities. This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed, or administered by, or associated with, Meta, and participants release Meta from any responsibility related to the campaign.See Official Rules.