The 2025 Alabama high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as the Cherokee County Warriors host the Arab Knights on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Arab looks to stay unbeaten after a narrow season-opening win, while Cherokee County aims to bounce back at home.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Arab (Arab, AL) vs Cherokee County (Centre, AL)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Cherokee County High School, Centre, AL
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Arab Knights
The Knights enter ranked #3,262 nationally, #86 in Alabama, and #16 in their class. Arab opened the season with an 18-14 win and will look to ride that momentum against a talented Cherokee County team.
○ 2025 Record: 1-0
○ National Rank: #3,262
○ State Rank: #86 (AL)
○ Class Rank: #16
○ Strengths: Resilient defense, strong ground game, clutch execution late
○ Key to Win: Control tempo and limit Cherokee County’s big plays
Cherokee County Warriors
Cherokee County is ranked #1,880 nationally, #49 in Alabama, and #4 in their class. Despite a season-opening loss, the Warriors remain one of the stronger teams in the state and will lean on home-field advantage to respond in Week 2.
○ 2025 Record: 0-1
○ National Rank: #1,880
○ State Rank: #49 (AL)
○ Class Rank: #4
○ Strengths: Experienced roster, home-field advantage, offensive versatility
○ Key to Win: Improve efficiency in the red zone and slow Arab’s rushing attack
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arab Knights | 3,262 | 86 (AL) | 16 | 1-0 | 18 | 14 |
| Cherokee County Warriors | 1,880 | 49 (AL) | 4 | 0-1 | 8 | 24 |
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