The 2025 Alabama high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as the Edgewood Academy Wildcats host the Sparta Academy Warriors on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The game will take place at Edgewood Academy in Elmore, AL, with Sparta looking to stay unbeaten and Edgewood aiming to bounce back at home.
Game Details
- Matchup: Sparta Academy (Evergreen, AL) vs Edgewood Academy (Elmore, AL)
- Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
- Location: Edgewood Academy, Elmore, AL
- Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Sparta Academy Warriors
The Warriors are ranked #12,582 nationally, #359 in Alabama, and #9 in their class. Coming off a 40-22 road victory in their opener, Sparta Academy demonstrated offensive efficiency and resilience. They’ll look to carry that momentum into another road test.
- 2025 Record: 1-0
- National Rank: #12,582
- State Rank: #359 (AL)
- Class Rank: #9
- Strengths: Balanced offense, resilient mindset, momentum from Week 1 win
- Key to Win: Maintain offensive rhythm and control the tempo
Edgewood Academy Wildcats
The Wildcats enter ranked #10,465 nationally, #291 in Alabama, and #6 in their class. After a 30-6 defeat in their opener, Edgewood will aim to rebound at home by improving offensive consistency and relying on their defense to keep them in the game.
- 2025 Record: 0-1
- National Rank: #10,465
- State Rank: #291 (AL)
- Class Rank: #6
- Strengths: Home-field advantage, defensive toughness, motivated to respond
- Key to Win: Generate offensive production and limit Sparta’s big plays
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sparta Academy Warriors | 12,582 | 359 (AL) | 9 | 1-0 | 40 | 22 |
| Edgewood Academy Wildcats | 10,465 | 291 (AL) | 6 | 0-1 | 6 | 30 |
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