The 2025 high school football season rolls on with a non-conference matchup as Hampton Roads Academy (Newport News, VA) travels to take on Norfolk Christian (Norfolk, VA) on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The Navigators will be playing their season opener, while the Ambassadors look to build on a strong Week 1 victory.
Game Details
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Matchup: Hampton Roads Academy Navigators @ Norfolk Christian Ambassadors
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Date & Time: 8/29/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Norfolk Christian School, Norfolk, VA
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Hampton Roads Academy Navigators
HRA begins its 2025 campaign on the road, looking to set the tone for the season. With no game reps yet this year, the Navigators will rely on disciplined execution and a balanced attack to slow down a Norfolk Christian team already in rhythm.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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Key to Win: Control time of possession and avoid turnovers in a tough road environment.
Main Squad (Projected):
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Carter Reynolds – QB
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Jayden Brooks – RB
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Malik Green – WR/DB
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Evan Taylor – WR
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Chase Donovan – LB
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Luke Morrison – DB
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Aiden Price – OL/DL
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Caleb Harris – TE/LB
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Jordan Ellis – DL
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Brandon Scott – OL
Norfolk Christian Ambassadors
The Ambassadors are off to a 1-0 start, defeating their Week 1 opponent 28-6 with a balanced offense and stout defense. Ranked #312 in Virginia, Norfolk Christian will look to stay perfect behind its explosive playmakers and confident home field advantage.
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2025 Record: 1-0
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Points For: 28
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Points Against: 6
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Key to Win: Keep the offense clicking early and maintain defensive discipline to shut down HRA’s passing game.
Main Squad (Leaders):
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#4 James Carter – QB
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#2 Elijah Matthews – RB
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#7 Isaiah Grant – WR/DB
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#11 Micah Thompson – WR
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#22 Caleb Parker – LB
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#9 Jordan Wallace – DB
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#55 Anthony Brooks – OL/DL
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#10 Samuel King – LB/TE
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#6 Nathaniel Clark – DB
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#50 Jeremiah Foster – DL
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
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| Hampton Roads Academy | – | – | 0-0 |
| Norfolk Christian | 12,725 | 312 (VA) | 1-0 |
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