The 2025 Florida high school football season continues with a conference clash as the Santa Fe Catholic Hawks host the Canterbury Cougars on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM in Lakeland, FL. Canterbury is searching for its first win, while Santa Fe Catholic looks to stay unbeaten and strengthen its standing in the district race.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Canterbury (Fort Myers, FL) vs Santa Fe Catholic (Lakeland, FL)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Santa Fe Catholic High School, Lakeland, FL
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Canterbury Cougars
The Cougars enter ranked #11,176 nationally, #520 in Florida, and #34 in their class. After starting 0-2, Canterbury is aiming to find its rhythm offensively while tightening up defensively. They’ve shown flashes of potential but need a complete performance to upset the Hawks on the road.
○ 2025 Record: 0-2
○ National Rank: #11,176
○ State Rank: #520 (FL)
○ Class Rank: #34
○ Strengths: Athleticism, determination to rebound, offensive playmakers
○ Key to Win: Protect the football and limit defensive breakdowns
Santa Fe Catholic Hawks
Santa Fe Catholic comes in ranked #9,546 nationally, #461 in Florida, and #26 in their class. Off to a 2-0 start, the Hawks have relied on a balanced attack and timely defense, outscoring opponents 57-33 through two games. Playing at home, they’ll look to extend their unbeaten streak and continue their strong district start.
○ 2025 Record: 2-0
○ National Rank: #9,546
○ State Rank: #461 (FL)
○ Class Rank: #26
○ Strengths: Balanced offense, opportunistic defense, strong home-field advantage
○ Key to Win: Maintain defensive discipline and establish the run game early
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canterbury Cougars | 11,176 | 520 (FL) | 34 | 0-2 | 14 | 40 |
| Santa Fe Catholic Hawks | 9,546 | 461 (FL) | 26 | 2-0 | 57 | 33 |
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.
