The 2025 Alabama high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as the Briarwood Christian Lions host the Homewood Patriots on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The game will take place at Briarwood Christian School in Birmingham, AL, with both teams aiming to prove themselves early in the season.
Game Details
- Matchup: Homewood (Homewood, AL) vs Briarwood Christian (Birmingham, AL)
- Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
- Location: Briarwood Christian School, Birmingham, AL
- Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Homewood Patriots
The Patriots enter ranked #1,201 nationally, #33 in Alabama, and #15 in their class. After a dominant opening win, Homewood will look to carry their momentum with another strong showing.
- 2025 Record: 1-0
- National Rank: #1,201
- State Rank: #33 (AL)
- Class Rank: #15
- Strengths: Explosive offense, stingy defense, confidence from big win
- Key to Win: Continue offensive balance and force turnovers on defense
Briarwood Christian Lions
The Lions enter ranked #2,824 nationally, #77 in Alabama, and #14 in their class. After a tough season-opening loss, Briarwood Christian will look to bounce back at home by shoring up their offensive execution.
- 2025 Record: 0-1
- National Rank: #2,824
- State Rank: #77 (AL)
- Class Rank: #14
- Strengths: Home-field advantage, defensive grit, motivated to rebound
- Key to Win: Protect the football and generate sustained scoring drives
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homewood Patriots | 1,201 | 33 (AL) | 15 | 1-0 | 51 | 7 |
| Briarwood Christian Lions | 2,824 | 77 (AL) | 14 | 0-1 | 3 | 14 |
Melvin Smith is a high school sports enthusiast with a passion for capturing the energy of student competitions. He enjoys sharing stories that celebrate athletes’ dedication and the community spirit of the game.