The 2025 Florida high school football season highlights an early-season non-conference showdown as the Melbourne Central Catholic Hustlers host the Trinity Catholic Celtics on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM in Melbourne, FL. Both teams are 1-0 and will battle to stay unbeaten in this matchup of strong programs.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Trinity Catholic (Ocala, FL) vs Melbourne Central Catholic (Melbourne, FL)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Melbourne Central Catholic High School, Melbourne, FL
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Trinity Catholic Celtics
The Celtics come in ranked #1,789 nationally, #134 in Florida, and #11 in their class. After edging out a close 7-6 victory in their opener, Trinity Catholic showed its defensive toughness and ability to win tight games. They’ll look to bring that resilience on the road against another tough opponent.
○ 2025 Record: 1-0
○ National Rank: #1,789
○ State Rank: #134 (FL)
○ Class Rank: #11
○ Strengths: Defensive toughness, experience in close games, disciplined play
○ Key to Win: Control the line of scrimmage and avoid costly penalties
Melbourne Central Catholic Hustlers
The Hustlers enter ranked #4,873 nationally, #298 in Florida, and #24 in their class. Following a 35-7 season-opening win, Melbourne Central Catholic impressed with offensive explosiveness and strong defensive pressure. Playing at home, they’ll aim to continue their momentum against a formidable Trinity Catholic squad.
○ 2025 Record: 1-0
○ National Rank: #4,873
○ State Rank: #298 (FL)
○ Class Rank: #24
○ Strengths: Explosive offense, aggressive defense, home-field advantage
○ Key to Win: Establish rhythm early and capitalize on scoring chances
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Catholic Celtics | 1,789 | 134 (FL) | 11 | 1-0 | 7 | 6 |
| Melbourne Central Catholic Hustlers | 4,873 | 298 (FL) | 24 | 1-0 | 35 | 7 |
Abu Sayem is a sports enthusiast and writer who enjoys sharing stories about high school athletics. He is passionate about celebrating the teamwork, dedication, and spirit of young athletes.
