The 2025 Alabama high school football season continues with a non-conference showdown as the Bessemer City Tigers host the Woodlawn Colonels on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The game will be played at Bessemer City High School in Bessemer, AL, with both teams looking to build on their early-season performances.
Game Details
- Matchup: Woodlawn (Birmingham, AL) vs Bessemer City (Bessemer, AL)
- Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
- Location: Bessemer City High School, Bessemer, AL
- Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Woodlawn Colonels
The Colonels enter ranked #6,223 nationally, #170 in Alabama, and #48 in their class. After a narrow 15-12 loss in their opener, Woodlawn proved they can compete defensively but need more offensive consistency to break through. They’ll look to rebound quickly in this road test.
- 2025 Record: 0-1
- National Rank: #6,223
- State Rank: #170 (AL)
- Class Rank: #48
- Strengths: Defensive effort, resilience, ability to play close games
- Key to Win: Establish offensive rhythm and finish drives with points
Bessemer City Tigers
Bessemer City comes in ranked #3,176 nationally, #85 in Alabama, and #29 in their class. The Tigers opened the season with an impressive 32-0 shutout victory on the road, showing both offensive firepower and defensive dominance. Returning home, they’ll look to maintain that momentum.
- 2025 Record: 1-0
- National Rank: #3,176
- State Rank: #85 (AL)
- Class Rank: #29
- Strengths: Dominant defense, offensive efficiency, confidence from shutout win
- Key to Win: Continue defensive pressure and capitalize on scoring chances
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodlawn Colonels | 6,223 | 170 (AL) | 48 | 0-1 | 12 | 15 |
| Bessemer City Tigers | 3,176 | 85 (AL) | 29 | 1-0 | 32 | 0 |
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