Delaware Online has ranked the top 15 high school football stadiums in the state, identifying the top five and some honorable mentions. The list is based on frequent visits and experience at these venues, acknowledging that differing opinions are welcomed.

By the Numbers
  • Frances E. Nunvar Stadium, Delmar: Best recent win 29-22 against Milford on Nov. 3.
  • Butch Simpson Field/Hoffman Memorial Stadium, Newark: Best recent win 28-22 over eventual DIAA Class 2A runner-up Archmere on Sept. 23.
  • Charles V. Williams Stadium, Smyrna: Best recent win 48-0 over Middletown in the 2022 DIAA Class 3A semifinals.
  • Cavalier Stadium, Middletown: Best recent win 34-7 over Salesianum in the 2022 DIAA Class 3A quarterfinals.
  • Rocco Abessinio Stadium, Salesianum: Best recent win Salesianum 41-40 over Smyrna on a last-second TD Nov. 17 in the DIAA Class 3A quarterfinals.
Bottom Line

The ranking of Delaware's high school football stadiums provides insight into the unique and storied venues, offering fans and alumni a chance to reminisce and celebrate the impact of these community gathering sites.