The 2025 high school football season continues with a non-conference showdown as DeSales (Louisville, KY) visits Holy Cross (Louisville, KY) on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The game will be played at Holy Cross High School, where the Colts are searching for their first win of the season while the Cougars look to stay unbeaten.
Game Details
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Matchup: DeSales (KY) @ Holy Cross (KY)
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Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Holy Cross High School, Louisville, KY
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DeSales Colts
The Colts enter this matchup still searching for their first win of the year after an 0-2 start. Ranked #111 in Kentucky, DeSales has shown flashes of offensive firepower, averaging 24.5 points per game, but defensive struggles have cost them. To turn things around, DeSales must tighten up in the red zone and rely on their passing attack to spark momentum.
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2025 Record: 0-2
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National Rank: #8,097
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State Rank (KY): #111
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Key to Win: Utilize their strong aerial attack while cutting down turnovers and limiting Holy Cross’ explosive second quarters.
Main Squad:
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Cameron Bischoff – QB/RB
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Robbie Brauner – WR
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Eli Thompson – DB
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Jaden Hall – LB
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Tyler Grant – WR
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Marcus Powell – RB
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Jordan Avery – OL/DL
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Alex Whitaker – DB
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Ryan Gomez – WR
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Sam Carter – LB
Holy Cross Cougars
Holy Cross comes in hot with a 2-0 start, including impressive offensive bursts that put them at #105 in Kentucky. Averaging 35 points per game, the Cougars’ ability to dominate in the second quarter has been a defining edge so far. At home, they’ll aim to maintain their balance and keep DeSales’ passing threat under control.
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2025 Record: 2-0
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National Rank: #7,594
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State Rank (KY): #105
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Key to Win: Control tempo early, lean on defensive pressure, and keep DeSales’ passing weapons contained.
Main Squad:
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Michael Johnson – QB
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Chris Ray – RB
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Anthony Lewis – WR/DB
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Jamal Brooks – LB
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Carter Mitchell – OL/DL
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Zayden Lopez – DB
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Jacob Thomas – WR
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Elijah Harris – RB
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Daniel Ortiz – LB
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Bryce Walker – DL
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
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| DeSales | 8,097 | 111 (KY) | 0-2 |
| Holy Cross | 7,594 | 105 (KY) | 2-0 |
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