The 2025 Alabama high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as the Wilcox Academy Wildcats host the Fort Dale Academy Eagles on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The game will take place at Wilcox Academy in Camden, AL, as both teams look to remain unbeaten early in the season.
Game Details
- Matchup: Fort Dale Academy (Greenville, AL) vs Wilcox Academy (Camden, AL)
- Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
- Location: Wilcox Academy, Camden, AL
- Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Fort Dale Academy Eagles
The Eagles enter ranked #6,861 nationally, #186 in Alabama, and #3 in their class. Coming off a dominant 44-0 shutout in their opener, Fort Dale showed strength on both sides of the ball. Their defense proved nearly impenetrable, while the offense displayed balance and efficiency.
- 2025 Record: 1-0
- National Rank: #6,861
- State Rank: #186 (AL)
- Class Rank: #3
- Strengths: Stout defense, balanced offense, strong start to season
- Key to Win: Control the line of scrimmage and force turnovers
Wilcox Academy Wildcats
The Wildcats are ranked #9,665 nationally, #267 in Alabama, and #4 in their class. After a 21-6 win in their season opener, Wilcox Academy looks to protect their home field against a talented Fort Dale squad. Their defense played well in Week 1, but they’ll need more offensive consistency to knock off the Eagles.
- 2025 Record: 1-0
- National Rank: #9,665
- State Rank: #267 (AL)
- Class Rank: #4
- Strengths: Solid defensive unit, home-field advantage, scrappy play style
- Key to Win: Sustain drives offensively and limit Fort Dale’s big plays
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Dale Academy Eagles | 6,861 | 186 (AL) | 3 | 1-0 | 44 | 0 |
| Wilcox Academy Wildcats | 9,665 | 267 (AL) | 4 | 1-0 | 21 | 6 |
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