The 2025 New Jersey high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as Eastside High School hosts Chicago Hope Academy on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at 6:00 PM. Both teams will be looking to kick off their season on a strong note, entering the game with 0-0 records.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Chicago Hope Academy (Chicago, IL) vs Eastside (Paterson, NJ)
○ Date & Time: Saturday, August 30, 2025 – 6:00 PM
○ Location: Paterson – Bauerle Field, Paterson, NJ
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Chicago Hope Academy
Chicago Hope Academy enters the game ranked #4,141 nationally, #123 in Illinois, and #4 in their class. This will be their season opener, and they will look to set the tone early with strong offensive and defensive play.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #4,141
○ State Rank: #123 (IL)
○ Class Rank: #4
○ Strengths: Balanced team play, well-coached offense
○ Key to Win: Start fast on offense and stay disciplined defensively
Eastside High School
Eastside enters the game ranked #6,450 nationally, #155 in New Jersey, and #16 in their division. This will also be their season opener, and they will look to begin their campaign strong in front of their home crowd.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #6,450
○ State Rank: #155 (NJ)
○ Division Rank: #16
○ Strengths: Aggressive defense, strong team morale
○ Key to Win: Play strong defense and control the ball on offense
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class/Division Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Hope Academy | 4,141 | 123 (IL) | 4 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
| Eastside High School | 6,450 | 155 (NJ) | 16 | 0-0 | 0 | 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.
