A national-level clash headlines Saturday morning as the St. John’s Cadets (New Jersey) host the St. Joseph Regional Green Knights (Montvale, NJ). Kickoff is scheduled for 11:00 AM, with both powerhouse programs entering at 1-0 and looking to build early-season momentum.
Game Details
○ Matchup: St. Joseph Regional (NJ) @ St. John’s (DC)
○ Date & Time: 9/6/2025 – 11:00 AM
○ Location: St. John’s College High School, New Jersey
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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St. Joseph Regional Green Knights
The Green Knights opened their season with a 2-0 defensive battle, proving they can win gritty games. Ranked top-5 in New Jersey and top-300 nationally, SJR brings a disciplined, physical style that travels well.
○ 2025 Record: 1-0
○ National Rank: #294
○ State Rank (NJ): #5
○ Class Rank: #3 (Non-Public A)
○ Key to Win: Establish the run game and use their defense to contain St. John’s speed on the perimeter.
Main Squad:
○ Caleb Johnson – QB
○ Isaiah Moore – RB
○ Elijah Brown – WR
○ Micah Thompson – LB
○ Daniel Carter – DB
○ Josiah Walker – DL
○ Nathaniel Harris – OL
○ Samuel Price – WR
○ Jordan Evans – RB
○ Levi Anderson – LB
○ David Mitchell – DB
St. John’s Cadets
The Cadets opened 2025 with an impressive 42-21 neutral-site win, showcasing their explosive offense. With a top-150 national ranking and home-field advantage, St. John’s will be a serious test for the Green Knights.
○ 2025 Record: 1-0
○ National Rank: #139
○ State Rank (DC): #2
○ Class Rank: N/A
○ Key to Win: Keep offensive tempo high and attack SJR’s secondary with their deep receiving corps.
Main Squad:
○ Jonathan Reed – QB
○ Marcus Allen – WR
○ Terrence Brooks – RB
○ Cameron White – LB
○ Jamal Anderson – DB
○ Carter Lewis – OL
○ Xavier Robinson – DL
○ Malik Harris – WR
○ Jordan Scott – RB
○ Andre Simmons – DB
○ Dominic Carter – LB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Overall | Home | Away | Neutral | Win % | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Joseph Regional | #294 | #5 (NJ) | #3 (NP-A) | 1-0 | 1-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 1.000 | 2 | 0 |
| St. John’s | #139 | #2 (DC) | N/A | 1-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 1-0 | 1.000 | 42 | 21 |
