Welcome to Darling Stadium, where the Hampton Crabbers will host the traveling Phoebus Phantoms. In a historic rivalry that began in 1976, this Virginia matchup is one of over 100 featured games in the 23rd season of the Great American Rivalry Series. 

Currently, Hampton is in control of the series with a solid 32-20 record over Phoebus. Last season saw the Crabbers take care of business in a dominating 43-7 win against the Phantoms. Phoebus looks to get their revenge this season as this matchup is sure to light up the scoreboard. 

Mark your calendar for October 15th, as 3000 fans will be on the edge of their seats for the 52nd installment of this heated rivalry. 

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MVP

Rashaun Alston-Parrot
Phoebus

SCHOLAR ATHLETES

Abraham Geremew

Hampton

Abraham Geremew is an outstanding student-athlete who currently ranks #3 in his class based on GPA while also competing as a Varsity Soccer player. He is a tremendous student who has excelled in the classroom while balancing the demands of athletics. Abraham plans to major in Computer Science, with Cornell, MIT, UVA, and Purdue among the schools at the top of his list. He is a great example of the academic excellence and dedication we are proud to see from our Crabbers.
Jayden Williams

Phoebus

Jayden has earned Honor Roll recognition every quarter, passed all SOL tests, completed 20 hours of community service, and taken four AP courses. He is on track to earn a Social Science degree while graduating with his high school diploma. Athletically, he has earned Second Team All-Region honors in football, serves as captain of his soccer team, and received All-Region Honorable Mention recognition.

GAME SUMMARY

The Phoebus Phantoms earned a 27–21 victory over the Hampton Crabbers on Thursday, October 15, 2026, in a competitive matchup between the two Hampton, Virginia, rivals. Phoebus bounced back from a loss the previous week, using a strong overall performance to secure the road win. Hampton battled throughout the contest, keeping the game close and finishing within one score of the Phantoms. Hampton opened the scoring with an impressive run into the endzone capping off their first drive of the game. After that it was all Phantoms for the rest of the half taking a 14-7 lead at halftime. Both teams fought for momentum during the second half, with Phoebus ultimately doing enough on both sides of the ball including an 80 yard pick six in the second quarter and a forced fumble on the final drive to protect its lead and close out the six-point victory. The win moved Phoebus to 4–3 on the season, while Hampton also fell to 4–3. The rivalry matchup delivered an intense night of high school football, with the Phantoms leaving with bragging rights after holding off a determined Crabbers squad.