The Phoenix Military Firebirds (Chicago, IL) face off against the Chicago Sullivan Tigers (Chicago, IL) in a non-conference matchup on Thursday, September 4, 2025, at 7:30 PM. Both teams are 1-0 and will battle under the lights at CPS Rockne Stadium for early-season momentum.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Chicago Sullivan (IL) @ Phoenix Military (IL)
○ Date & Time: 9/4/2025 – 7:30 PM
○ Location: CPS Rockne Stadium, Chicago, IL
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Chicago Sullivan Tigers
The Tigers opened the season in dominating fashion, shutting out their opponent 54-0 on the road. Ranked #320 in Illinois and #27 in their class, Sullivan looks to keep its high-powered offense rolling.
○ 2025 Record: 1-0
○ National Rank: #9,113
○ State Rank (IL): #320
○ Class Rank: #27
○ Key to Win: Keep the offensive tempo high and pressure Phoenix Military’s backfield.
Main Squad:
○ Jamal Harris – QB
○ Malik Johnson – RB
○ Xavier Brooks – WR
○ Elijah Green – LB
○ Cameron Smith – DB
○ Andre Williams – WR
○ Caleb Foster – OL
○ Jordan Reed – DL
○ Isaiah Turner – CB
○ Marcus Allen – RB
Phoenix Military Firebirds
Phoenix Military gutted out an 8-6 road victory to open its season, leaning on defense and toughness. Ranked #463 in Illinois, the Firebirds will look to continue their momentum in front of their home fans at Rockne Stadium.
○ 2025 Record: 1-0
○ National Rank: #12,510
○ State Rank (IL): #463
○ Key to Win: Control the pace of play with defense and capitalize on limited scoring chances.
Main Squad:
○ Christopher Allen – QB
○ Darius Moore – RB
○ Brandon Carter – WR
○ Nathaniel Brown – LB
○ Tyrese Walker – DB
○ Michael Johnson – WR
○ Logan Price – OL
○ Jeremiah Scott – DL
○ Devon Taylor – CB
○ Andre Simmons – TE
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Overall | Home | Away | Win % | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Sullivan | 9,113 | 320 | 27 | 1-0 | 0-0 | 1-0 | 100% | 54 | 0 |
| Phoenix Military | 12,510 | 463 | — | 1-0 | 0-0 | 1-0 | 100% | 8 | 6 |
