The 2025 Florida high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as the Northside Christian Mustangs host the First Baptist Academy Lions on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM in St. Petersburg, FL. First Baptist Academy looks to rebound from a shutout loss, while Northside Christian aims to build on its strong season-opening victory.
Game Details
○ Matchup: First Baptist Academy (Naples, FL) vs Northside Christian (St. Petersburg, FL)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Northside Christian School, St. Petersburg, FL
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First Baptist Academy Lions
The Lions come in ranked #1,158 nationally, #101 in Florida, and #9 in their class. After a 29-0 loss in their opener, First Baptist Academy is eager to find its offensive rhythm and bounce back against a tough opponent. Defensive improvement will also be critical to keep pace on the road.
○ 2025 Record: 0-1
○ National Rank: #1,158
○ State Rank: #101 (FL)
○ Class Rank: #9
○ Strengths: Experienced roster, motivated to rebound, defensive toughness
○ Key to Win: Establish offensive rhythm and limit Northside’s big plays
Northside Christian Mustangs
The Mustangs are ranked #3,618 nationally, #235 in Florida, and #20 in their class. Following a 28-6 road win to open the season, Northside Christian showed strength on both sides of the ball. Playing at home, the Mustangs look to carry momentum and stay unbeaten.
○ 2025 Record: 1-0
○ National Rank: #3,618
○ State Rank: #235 (FL)
○ Class Rank: #20
○ Strengths: Balanced offense, strong defense, home-field advantage
○ Key to Win: Maintain defensive pressure and sustain drives offensively
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Baptist Academy Lions | 1,158 | 101 (FL) | 9 | 0-1 | 0 | 29 |
| Northside Christian Mustangs | 3,618 | 235 (FL) | 20 | 1-0 | 28 | 6 |
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.
