The 2025 Kentucky high school football season kicks off with a non-conference matchup as the Covington Catholic Colonels host the Ryle Raiders on Friday, August 22, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The game will be played at Covington Catholic High School in Park Hills, KY, as both teams open their seasons.
Game Details
Matchup: Ryle (Union, KY) vs Covington Catholic (Park Hills, KY)
Date & Time: Friday, August 22, 2025 – 7:00 PM
Location: Covington Catholic High School, Park Hills, KY
Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
Tickets: Available digitally through GoFan
Fans can attend in person by purchasing digital tickets on GoFan or stream the action live on the NFHS Network (subscription: $13.99/month or $79.99/year).
Ryle Raiders
Ryle enters the 2025 season with a 0-0 record, ranked #1,577 nationally, #21 in Kentucky, and #9 in their region. The Raiders are looking to start strong on the road and will aim to establish their offense early against Covington Catholic.
2025 Record: 0-0
Strengths: Balanced roster, disciplined execution, motivated for season opener
Key to Win: Protect the football and limit big plays from Covington Catholic
Covington Catholic Colonels
Covington Catholic also opens the season 0-0, ranked #1,031 nationally, #12 in Kentucky, and #4 in their region. The Colonels will rely on home-field advantage and a strong coaching staff to gain an early-season edge.
2025 Record: 0-0
Strengths: Solid coaching, home support, well-prepared team
Key to Win: Control the line of scrimmage and capitalize on scoring opportunities
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Region Rank | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Covington Catholic | 1,031 | 12 (KY) | 4 | 0-0 |
| Ryle | 1,577 | 21 (KY) | 9 | 0-0 |
