The 2025 Alabama high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as the Calhoun Tigers host the Verbena Red Devils on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The game will be played at Calhoun High School in Letohatchee, AL, with both teams looking to build momentum early in the season.
Game Details
- Matchup: Verbena (Verbena, AL) vs Calhoun (Letohatchee, AL)
- Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
- Location: Calhoun High School, Letohatchee, AL
- Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Verbena Red Devils
The Red Devils come in ranked #12,328 nationally, #354 in Alabama, and #32 in their class. After a strong 34-6 win in their opener, Verbena showed balance on both sides of the ball. With momentum and confidence, they’ll look to carry that success onto the road.
- 2025 Record: 1-0
- National Rank: #12,328
- State Rank: #354 (AL)
- Class Rank: #32
- Strengths: Balanced offense, strong defense, momentum from opening win
- Key to Win: Stay disciplined and capitalize on scoring opportunities
Calhoun Tigers
Calhoun enters ranked #13,533 nationally, #391 in Alabama, and #52 in their class. Despite putting up 36 points in their opener, the Tigers fell 54-36 due to defensive struggles. Playing at home, Calhoun will aim to clean up mistakes and turn their offensive firepower into a winning formula.
- 2025 Record: 0-1
- National Rank: #13,533
- State Rank: #391 (AL)
- Class Rank: #52
- Strengths: High-scoring offense, home-field advantage, resilience
- Key to Win: Improve defensive consistency and limit explosive plays
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verbena Red Devils | 12,328 | 354 (AL) | 32 | 1-0 | 34 | 6 |
| Calhoun Tigers | 13,533 | 391 (AL) | 52 | 0-1 | 36 | 54 |
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