Illinois High School Shrine Game
Red and Blue team all-stars on the field at the Illinois High School Shrine Game

53rd AnnualIllinois High School Shrine Game

Strong legs run so that weak legs may walk.

Illinois' best senior high school football players suit up one last time — Red vs. Blue — to benefit Shriners Hospitals for Children®. Hosted by the Illinois High School Football Coaches Association and the Shriners of Illinois.

Game & Banquet TicketsMeet the Teams
Game Day
Saturday, June 19, 2027
Kickoff
11:00 AM
Pregame 10:00 AM
Venue
Tucci Stadium
Illinois Wesleyan University · Bloomington, IL
Matchup
Red Team versus Blue Team

Invitations & registration

The Red & Blue teams

Players selected by the Illinois High School Football Coaches Association for the 53rd Annual game, played June 19, 2027 at Tucci Stadium.

39 of 46 players acceptedRed TeamRoster35 of 42 players acceptedBlue TeamRoster

Our mission

Football with a purpose

The game is hosted by the Heart of Illinois Shriners (Peoria) together with the Ainad, Ansar, Medinah and Tebala Shrine centers. Every ticket, sponsorship and donation helps Shriners Hospitals for Children® provide specialty care to kids — regardless of their families' ability to pay.

Played at Tucci Stadium on the campus of Illinois Wesleyan University since 2012, the game has sent alumni like former Chicago Bears quarterback Mike Tomczak and Don Beebe on to the NFL.

Shriners in traditional fezzes gathered on the field at Tucci Stadium

  • Brotherhood

    Men committed to family, personal growth, and caring for children and families in need — bound by shared values and a desire to have fun and do good.

  • Giving Back

    Since 1922, Shriners have provided expert care regardless of ability to pay. Today that supports 22 Shriners Hospitals for Children® across North America.

  • Leadership

    Presidents, senators, business leaders and astronauts count among Shriners — but being a role model and a friend in everyday life matters just as much.

  • Family

    Often a family tradition. Many activities involve spouses and children, helping develop the next generation of community leaders.

June 15 – 19, 2027

Game week

  1. TueJune 15

    • All-Star check-in, 8:30–10:30 AM at the Shirk Center
    • Media Day — player interviews & photos
    • Team practices

  2. WedJune 16

    • Team practices

  3. ThuJune 17

    • Team practices
    • Players cook-out with the Shriners of Illinois
    • Central Illinois Miracle League baseball game

  4. FriJune 18

    • Team practices
    • Banquet at the Shirk Center — doors 5:00 PM, dinner 6:00 PM
    • VIP event at the DoubleTree by Hilton (All-Star Club, sponsors, family & friends)

  5. SatJune 19

    • Pregame at 10:00 AM
    • Kickoff at 11:00 AM — Tucci Stadium

The venue

Tucci Stadium, Illinois Wesleyan University · Bloomington, IL. Pregame starts at 10:00 AM with kickoff at 11:00 AM. Free parking.

Host hotel

DoubleTree by Hilton — $132/night, reserve by 5/25/2026. Call 309-664-6446 and ask for the "Mohammed Shriners" block. Includes complimentary breakfast.

Shriners Hospitals for Children®

Know a child who needs expert care?

Children up to age 18 with orthopaedic conditions, burns, spinal cord injuries, and cleft lip and palate are eligible for care in a family-centered environment — regardless of their ability to pay.

Call the professionals(800) 470-0232

Conditions treated include

  • Scoliosis and other spinal deformities
  • Spina bifida
  • Osteogenesis imperfecta
  • Limb length deficiencies
  • Club feet
  • Dislocated hips
  • Hand deformities
  • Dysplasia of the bones and joints
  • Orthopedic conditions associated with cerebral palsy
  • Cleft lip and palate
  • Congenital or acquired facial deformities
  • Spinal cord injuries
  • Sports injuries
See the full list of conditions

Get involved

Join the team behind the team

A Shriners patient ambassador sings the anthem before the game