The 2025 Florida high school football season continues with a non-conference clash as the St. Petersburg Catholic Barons host the Tampa Catholic Crusaders on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM in St. Petersburg, FL. Tampa Catholic looks to rebound after a narrow defeat, while St. Petersburg Catholic aims to stay unbeaten following a dominant opening performance.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Tampa Catholic (Tampa, FL) vs St. Petersburg Catholic (St. Petersburg, FL)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: St. Petersburg Catholic High School, St. Petersburg, FL
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Tampa Catholic Crusaders
The Crusaders are ranked #1,581 nationally, #121 in Florida, and #18 in their class. After falling 7-6 in their opener, Tampa Catholic showed defensive toughness but struggled to finish drives offensively. They’ll look to clean up execution and find their first win of the season on the road.
○ 2025 Record: 0-1
○ National Rank: #1,581
○ State Rank: #121 (FL)
○ Class Rank: #18
○ Strengths: Strong defense, experienced roster, ability to stay in close games
○ Key to Win: Execute offensively in the red zone and protect the football
St. Petersburg Catholic Barons
The Barons come in ranked #7,432 nationally, #396 in Florida, and #30 in their class. After a 50-0 blowout victory to start the season, St. Petersburg Catholic displayed dominance on both sides of the ball. Playing at home, they’ll aim to keep their momentum rolling against a talented Crusaders team.
○ 2025 Record: 1-0
○ National Rank: #7,432
○ State Rank: #396 (FL)
○ Class Rank: #30
○ Strengths: Explosive offense, suffocating defense, home-field advantage
○ Key to Win: Maintain defensive intensity and finish scoring opportunities
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tampa Catholic Crusaders | 1,581 | 121 (FL) | 18 | 0-1 | 6 | 7 |
| St. Petersburg Catholic Barons | 7,432 | 396 (FL) | 30 | 1-0 | 50 | 0 |
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.
