The 2025 high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as the The First Academy Royals host the Central Red Devils on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The game will take place at The First Academy in Orlando, FL, featuring two highly ranked programs from Alabama and Florida.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Central (Phenix City, AL) vs The First Academy (Orlando, FL)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: The First Academy, Orlando, FL
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Central Red Devils
The Red Devils come in ranked #52 nationally, #2 in Alabama, and #2 in their class. Central opened the season with a dominant 59-16 road win, showcasing their explosive offense and physical defense. With momentum and national recognition, they’ll aim to continue their hot start on the road against a top Florida opponent.
○ 2025 Record: 1-0
○ National Rank: #52
○ State Rank: #2 (AL)
○ Class Rank: #2
○ Strengths: Elite offense, physical defense, proven big-game experience
○ Key to Win: Control the line of scrimmage and limit TFA’s passing attack
The First Academy Royals
The Royals enter ranked #64 nationally, #10 in Florida, and #2 in their class. After a competitive 24-17 home loss in their opener, TFA showed strong defensive play but fell just short offensively. Playing at home again, they’ll look to rebound and defend their field against a nationally ranked Alabama power.
○ 2025 Record: 0-1
○ National Rank: #64
○ State Rank: #10 (FL)
○ Class Rank: #2
○ Strengths: Stout defense, home-field advantage, disciplined team play
○ Key to Win: Sustain offensive drives and contain Central’s explosive scoring
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Red Devils | 52 | 2 (AL) | 2 | 1-0 | 59 | 16 |
| The First Academy Royals | 64 | 10 (FL) | 2 | 0-1 | 17 | 24 |
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.
