The 2025 Alabama high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as the Monroe Academy Volunteers host the Bessemer Academy Rebels on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The game will take place at Monroe Academy in Monroeville, AL, with both teams looking to make an early-season statement.
Game Details
- Matchup: Bessemer Academy (Bessemer, AL) vs Monroe Academy (Monroeville, AL)
- Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
- Location: Monroe Academy, Monroeville, AL
- Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Bessemer Academy Rebels
The Rebels come in ranked #10,373 nationally, #285 in Alabama, and #5 in their class. After a tough 46-6 loss in their opener, Bessemer Academy is aiming to regroup and establish consistency on both sides of the ball. Their defense will need to tighten up against a Monroe team that showed strong offensive efficiency.
- 2025 Record: 0-1
- National Rank: #10,373
- State Rank: #285 (AL)
- Class Rank: #5
- Strengths: Experienced roster, motivated to rebound, defensive potential
- Key to Win: Contain Monroe’s offense and avoid turnovers
Monroe Academy Volunteers
The Volunteers enter ranked #9,541 nationally, #262 in Alabama, and #3 in their class. Coming off a dominant 38-6 victory in their opener, Monroe Academy looks to carry that momentum into their home debut. Their balanced offense and disciplined defense have already proven effective early in the season.
- 2025 Record: 1-0
- National Rank: #9,541
- State Rank: #262 (AL)
- Class Rank: #3
- Strengths: Balanced offense, home-field advantage, disciplined defense
- Key to Win: Maintain offensive rhythm and limit defensive lapses
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bessemer Academy Rebels | 10,373 | 285 (AL) | 5 | 0-1 | 6 | 46 |
| Monroe Academy Volunteers | 9,541 | 262 (AL) | 3 | 1-0 | 38 | 6 |
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