KINGS POINT, N.Y. (Nov. 12, 2026) – The kickoff time for the 2026 Secretaries' Cup football game between the United States Merchant Marine Academy and the United States Coast Guard Academy at Audi Field in Washington, D.C., this Saturday, Nov. 14, has been moved to 4:30 p.m. ET, with stadium gates scheduled to open at 3:30 p.m.
 
All previously purchased tickets for the game will remain valid for the new kickoff time. Fans who are unable to attend due to the schedule change may request a refund through Ticketmaster.
 
The previously scheduled Secretaries' Cup Fan Fest will no longer take place, and all Fan Fest ticket purchases will be automatically refunded.
 
The 46th installment of the Secretaries' Cup will still be broadcast live on ESPN+.
 
For additional information and updates regarding the 2026 Secretaries' Cup, visit www.SecretariesCup.com.
 
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