The 2025 Florida high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as the Sports Leadership & Management Spartans host the Merritt Island Christian Cougars on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The game will take place at Sports Leadership & Management in Tampa, FL, with the Cougars looking to stay unbeaten while the Spartans aim to move above .500.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Merritt Island Christian (Merritt Island, FL) vs Sports Leadership & Management (Tampa, FL)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Sports Leadership & Management, Tampa, FL
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Merritt Island Christian Cougars
The Cougars are off to a perfect start at 2-0, with both wins coming on the road. They have scored 82 points while allowing just 22, showing strength on both sides of the ball. Though not officially ranked by MaxPreps, Merritt Island Christian’s momentum and balanced play make them a dangerous opponent.
○ 2025 Record: 2-0
○ National Rank: —
○ State Rank: —
○ Class Rank: —
○ Strengths: Road-tested team, efficient scoring offense, strong defense
○ Key to Win: Keep offensive rhythm and control the pace of the game
Sports Leadership & Management Spartans
The Spartans enter at 1-1 after splitting their first two games, with 70 points scored and 57 allowed. While rankings are not listed, SLM has shown offensive firepower and resilience. Playing at home, they’ll look to protect their field and hand Merritt Island Christian its first loss of the season.
○ 2025 Record: 1-1
○ National Rank: —
○ State Rank: —
○ Class Rank: —
○ Strengths: Explosive offense, competitive roster, ability to rally from adversity
○ Key to Win: Improve defensive consistency and capitalize on scoring opportunities
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merritt Island Christian Cougars | — | — | — | 2-0 | 82 | 22 |
| Sports Leadership & Management Spartans | — | — | — | 1-1 | 70 | 57 |
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.
