The Charlotte Latin Hawks (2-0) look to remain undefeated when they host the SouthLake Christian Academy Eagles (1-1) in a non-conference showdown on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Latin has been dominant on both sides of the ball, while SouthLake is seeking a statement win after splitting their first two contests.
Game Details
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Matchup: SouthLake Christian Academy Eagles (Huntersville, NC) @ Charlotte Latin Hawks (Charlotte, NC)
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Date & Time: Friday, Sept. 5, 2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Charlotte Latin High School
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Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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SouthLake Christian Academy Eagles (1-1)
The Eagles bring a balanced passing attack but must find consistency in the run game. QB Cameron Gandy has been the centerpiece, averaging 214 passing yards and 216 total yards per game, with WR Kaeden Eddie emerging as a big-play threat at 141 receiving yards per contest. RB/LB Jimmy Lapelusa contributes both offensively and defensively, averaging 29 rushing yards and 9 tackles per game. The Eagles will need to establish control early to keep pace with Latin’s explosive scoring.
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2025 Record: 1-1
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Key to Win: Protect Gandy in the pocket and lean on Eddie’s receiving production while Lapelusa anchors the defense.
Main Squad:
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#3 Cameron Gandy – QB (214 pass yds, 216 total yds/game)
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#22 Kaeden Eddie – WR (141 rec yds/game)
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#8 Jimmy Lapelusa – RB/LB (29 rush yds, 9 tackles/game)
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#51 Liam Duffy – DL (1 sack/game)
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#70 Hunter Tedder – OL (3 pancake blocks)
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#5 Marcus Perry – WR/DB
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#9 Jordan Simmons – DB
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#2 Evan Ortiz – RB/DB
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#12 Bryce Hamilton – WR
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#55 Carter Blake – OL/DL
Charlotte Latin Hawks (2-0)
The Hawks have been lights out, averaging 50 points per game while holding opponents to just 20 across two contests. RB De’jon Douglas has been unstoppable, racking up 142.5 rushing yards and 147 total yards per game. QB Troy Logan has been efficient, averaging 83.5 passing yards, while WR Anthony McGill adds 103 receiving yards per game. On defense, Myles Gathers (10 tackles per game) and Matthew Flynn (1.5 sacks per game) anchor a tough unit. With their physicality and depth, Latin will be difficult to slow down.
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2025 Record: 2-0
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Key to Win: Continue feeding Douglas on the ground, pressure Gandy in the pocket, and maintain defensive discipline.
Main Squad:
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#0 De’jon Douglas – RB (142.5 rushing yds, 147 total yds/game)
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#4 Troy Logan – QB (83.5 pass yds/game)
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#10 Anthony McGill – WR (103 rec yds/game)
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#31 Jack Lilly – WR (3 points/game)
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#56 Myles Gathers – LB (10 tackles/game)
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#60 Matthew Flynn – DL (1.5 sacks/game)
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#76 Ethan Turner – OL (3 pancake blocks)
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#2 Brody Jensen – WR/DB
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#12 Cameron Scott – DB
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#7 Xavier Holt – RB/DB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank (NC) | Class Rank | Record |
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| SouthLake Christian Academy Eagles | #11,008 | #343 | #7 | 1-1 |
| Charlotte Latin Hawks | #4,256 | #120 | #5 | 2-0 |
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