It’s a Queen City showdown between two undefeated programs as the Charlotte Catholic Cougars (2-0) make the short trip across town to face the Providence Day Chargers (2-0) on Friday, September 5, 2025 @ 7:00 PM. With both teams ranked inside the Top 25 in North Carolina and boasting strong early-season wins, this matchup has the makings of a classic non-conference battle that could shape momentum for the fall.
Game Details
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Matchup: Charlotte Catholic Cougars vs Providence Day Chargers
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Date & Time: Friday, Sept. 5, 2025 @ 7:00 PM
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Location: Providence Day School, Charlotte, NC
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Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Charlotte Catholic Cougars (2-0)
The Cougars have started hot thanks to a dominant ground game and physical defense. RB Garrett Nowlan has been nearly unstoppable, averaging 176 rushing yards per game and 176 total yards per contest, giving Catholic the ability to control tempo. QB Chase Kummer has been limited in the passing game (just 5 yards per game), but that reflects Catholic’s run-heavy identity. WR Michael Brady provides a possession option when needed.
Defensively, LB Keanen Teeter leads with 9 tackles per game, and the Cougars are holding opponents to just 10.5 points per game. Catholic will look to pound the ball, dominate time of possession, and keep Providence Day’s explosive offense off the field.
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2025 Record: 2-0
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Points For/Against: 53–21
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Key to Win: Stick to the run game with Nowlan, limit turnovers, and rely on physical defense to frustrate Providence Day’s rhythm.
Main Squad:
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#25 Garrett Nowlan – RB
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#10 Chase Kummer – QB
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#6 Michael Brady – WR
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#35 Keanen Teeter – LB
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#8 Aidan Flynn – RB/WR
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#55 Connor Walsh – OL/DL
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#4 Liam Sweeney – DB
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#7 Ryan O’Connor – WR/DB
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#2 Jacob Morgan – DB
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#44 Patrick Hughes – LB
Providence Day Chargers (2-0)
The Chargers bring balance and big-play potential, averaging 343 total yards per game and 33.5 points per contest. QB Zaid Lott has been outstanding, posting 180 passing yards per game and 230 total yards per contest, while RB Aidan Gallos provides steady rushing production at 84 yards per game. WR Gordon Sellars is averaging 51.5 receiving yards per game, helping stretch defenses vertically.
On defense, Jacob Ahmadivarji leads with 8 tackles per game, while OL Leo Delaney anchors the trenches with 3 pancake blocks already. Providence Day’s ability to spread the field and score quickly contrasts sharply with Catholic’s grind-it-out style.
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2025 Record: 2-0
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Points For/Against: 67–38
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Key to Win: Protect Lott in the pocket and capitalize on passing mismatches to force Catholic into a shootout it isn’t built for.
Main Squad:
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#10 Zaid Lott – QB
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#33 Aidan Gallos – RB
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#5 Gordon Sellars – WR
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#50 Jacob Ahmadivarji – LB
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#30 Jacob Baggett – WR
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#77 Leo Delaney – OL
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#2 Jaden Morrison – WR/DB
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#4 Chase Martin – DB
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#12 Tyler Reed – QB/WR
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#8 Marcus Collins – DL
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Record |
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| Charlotte Catholic | #949 | #22 (NC) | 2-0 |
| Providence Day | #188 | #5 (NC) | 2-0 |
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.
