The 2025 Maryland high school football season continues Thursday evening as the Catoctin Cougars host the Fort Hill Sentinels in a non-conference matchup. Fort Hill enters as one of the top-ranked programs in the state, while Catoctin looks to defend its home field and open the season with an upset.
Game Details
- Matchup: Fort Hill (Cumberland, MD) vs Catoctin (Thurmont, MD)
- Date & Time: Thursday, August 28, 2025 – 6:00 PM
- Location: Catoctin High School, Thurmont, MD
- Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Fort Hill Sentinels
The Sentinels enter the season ranked #877 nationally, #7 in Maryland, and #1 in their class. After a 25-26 season, Fort Hill remains a powerhouse built on physical dominance and offensive efficiency. Their ability to set the tone early will be key in this opener.
- 2025 Record: 0-0
- National Rank: #877
- State Rank: #7 (MD)
- Class Rank: #1
- Strengths: Physicality, offensive execution, proven track record
- Key to Win: Control both lines of scrimmage and finish drives consistently
Catoctin Cougars
The Cougars open the year ranked #7,633 nationally, #109 in Maryland, and #10 in their class. After finishing last season 25-26, Catoctin looks to use its home-field advantage and defensive energy to slow down Fort Hill’s attack.
- 2025 Record: 0-0
- National Rank: #7,633
- State Rank: #109 (MD)
- Class Rank: #10
- Strengths: Home-field edge, defensive effort, underdog motivation
- Key to Win: Limit explosive plays and maximize scoring opportunities
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Hill Sentinels | 877 | 7 (MD) | 1 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
| Catoctin Cougars | 7,633 | 109 (MD) | 10 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
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