The 2025 Alabama high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as the Jackson Academy Eagles host the Southern Academy Cougars on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The game will take place at Jackson Academy in Jackson, AL, with both teams seeking their first win of the season.
Game Details
- Matchup: Southern Academy (Greensboro, AL) vs Jackson Academy (Jackson, AL)
- Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
- Location: Jackson Academy, Jackson, AL
- Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Southern Academy Cougars
The Cougars enter ranked #11,418 nationally, #320 in Alabama, and #7 in their class. After falling in their season opener, Southern Academy will look to rebound with sharper offensive execution and defensive resilience.
- 2025 Record: 0-1
- National Rank: #11,418
- State Rank: #320 (AL)
- Class Rank: #7
- Strengths: Gritty defense, experienced roster, motivated to bounce back
- Key to Win: Limit turnovers and sustain offensive drives
Jackson Academy Eagles
The Eagles come in ranked #10,129 nationally, #279 in Alabama, and #5 in their class. Opening their season at home, Jackson Academy will aim to start strong behind their home crowd and offensive potential.
- 2025 Record: 0-0
- National Rank: #10,129
- State Rank: #279 (AL)
- Class Rank: #5
- Strengths: Home-field advantage, offensive upside, defensive promise
- Key to Win: Execute early offensively and force Southern Academy into mistakes
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Academy Cougars | 11,418 | 320 (AL) | 7 | 0-1 | 6 | 21 |
| Jackson Academy Eagles | 10,129 | 279 (AL) | 5 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
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