The 2025 Tennessee high school football season continues with a marquee non-conference matchup as the Anderson County Mavericks host the Knoxville Catholic Fighting Irish on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams are coming off strong season-opening wins and will look to build momentum in this early-season clash between two top programs.
Game Details
- Matchup: Knoxville Catholic (Knoxville, TN) vs Anderson County (Clinton, TN)
- Date & Time: Thursday, August 28, 2025 – 7:00 PM
- Location: Anderson County High School, Clinton, TN
- Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Knoxville Catholic Fighting Irish
The Fighting Irish come in ranked #744 nationally, #16 in Tennessee, and #6 in their class. Knoxville Catholic opened with a 20-6 victory on the road, showing defensive strength and offensive efficiency. They’ll look to carry that formula into this high-profile matchup.
- 2025 Record: 1-0
- National Rank: #744
- State Rank: #16 (TN)
- Class Rank: #6
- Strengths: Defensive toughness, balanced attack, experience in big games
- Key to Win: Limit turnovers and establish offensive rhythm early
Anderson County Mavericks
Anderson County enters ranked #764 nationally, #17 in Tennessee, and #3 in their class. The Mavericks opened with an 18-7 road victory, leaning on strong defensive play. Playing at home, they’ll aim to use their physicality and disciplined approach to secure another win.
- 2025 Record: 1-0
- National Rank: #764
- State Rank: #17 (TN)
- Class Rank: #3
- Strengths: Physical defense, home-field advantage, disciplined execution
- Key to Win: Win the battle at the line of scrimmage and control tempo
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knoxville Catholic Fighting Irish | 744 | 16 (TN) | 6 | 1-0 | 20 | 6 |
| Anderson County Mavericks | 764 | 17 (TN) | 3 | 1-0 | 18 | 7 |
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