The 2025 Florida high school football season continues with a non-conference rivalry as Zephyrhills hosts Wesley Chapel on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:30 PM. Both teams opened their seasons with shutout wins, setting the stage for a competitive local showdown.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Wesley Chapel (Wesley Chapel, FL) vs Zephyrhills (Zephyrhills, FL)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:30 PM
○ Location: Zephyrhills High School, Zephyrhills, FL
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Wesley Chapel Wildcats
The Wildcats are ranked #6,864 nationally, #383 in Florida, and #55 in their class. They opened the season with a 10-0 shutout on the road, relying on a stingy defense to secure the win. Wesley Chapel will need continued defensive strength along with more offensive efficiency to upset Zephyrhills.
○ 2025 Record: 1-0
○ National Rank: #6,864
○ State Rank: #383 (FL)
○ Class Rank: #55
○ Strengths: Defensive toughness, resilience, road-tested
○ Key to Win: Maintain defensive dominance and improve offensive consistency
Zephyrhills Bulldogs
The Bulldogs come in ranked #985 nationally, #88 in Florida, and #15 in their class. Zephyrhills opened with a commanding 46-0 win on the road, showcasing explosive offense and a dominant defense. Back at home, they’ll look to continue their strong form in front of their fans.
○ 2025 Record: 1-0
○ National Rank: #985
○ State Rank: #88 (FL)
○ Class Rank: #15
○ Strengths: High-powered offense, shutdown defense, home-field advantage
○ Key to Win: Keep offensive tempo and force turnovers
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wesley Chapel Wildcats | 6,864 | 383 (FL) | 55 | 1-0 | 10 | 0 |
| Zephyrhills Bulldogs | 985 | 88 (FL) | 15 | 1-0 | 46 | 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.
