The Opelika Bulldogs make the short trip from Alabama to face the Callaway Cavaliers in a non-conference showdown Thursday night at Callaway Stadium. Both teams look to set the tone early in their 2025 campaigns.
Game Details
- Matchup: Opelika Bulldogs vs Callaway Cavaliers
- Date & Time: Thursday, August 28, 2025 @ 7:00 p.m.
- Location: Callaway Stadium (Hogansville, GA)
- Live Coverage: NFHS Network
- Tickets: Available on GoFan
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Opelika Bulldogs (1-0)
Opelika enters this matchup unbeaten after earning a hard-fought season-opening victory. Ranked 320 nationally and 13th in Alabama, the Bulldogs are already showing promise as one of the state’s tougher programs to beat.
- Strengths: Physical defense, balanced offense with strong execution.
- Key to Win: Maintain defensive discipline and control the line of scrimmage.
Callaway Cavaliers (0-1)
The Cavaliers are looking to rebound after a tough opening loss. Ranked 1,456 nationally and 116th in Georgia, Callaway has offensive talent but must improve defensively to match Opelika’s physical style.
- Strengths: Playmaking ability in the passing game, home-field advantage.
- Key to Win: Protect the quarterback and convert red-zone opportunities.
Rankings & Records
| Team | National | State | Class | Overall | Home | Away | Win % | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Opelika Bulldogs | 320 | AL 13 | 7 | 1-0 | 1-0 | 0-0 | 1.000 | 25 | 20 |
| Callaway Cavaliers | 1,456 | GA116 | 12 | 0-1 | 0-1 | 0-0 | .000 |
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