The 2025 high school football season features a marquee non-conference showdown as the De La Salle Spartans host the Lakeland Dreadnaughts on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:30 PM in Concord, CA. Both programs carry national reputations, with Lakeland entering off a strong opening win and De La Salle beginning its season on home turf.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Lakeland (Lakeland, FL) vs De La Salle (Concord, CA)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:30 PM
○ Location: De La Salle High School, Concord, CA
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Lakeland Dreadnaughts
The Dreadnaughts enter the matchup ranked #50 nationally, #9 in Florida, and #2 in their class. Coming off a 31-21 victory in their opener, Lakeland showcased balance on both sides of the ball. Their ability to establish the run and create turnovers will be crucial on the road.
○ 2025 Record: 1-0
○ National Rank: #50
○ State Rank: #9 (FL)
○ Class Rank: #2
○ Strengths: Balanced offense, opportunistic defense, momentum from Week 1 win
○ Key to Win: Control time of possession and limit big plays
De La Salle Spartans
De La Salle begins the season ranked #28 nationally, #8 in California, and #1 in their section and division. Known for their disciplined style and physicality, the Spartans will aim to set the tone early. With home-field advantage, they’ll look to establish their running game and rely on defensive consistency to slow down Lakeland.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #28
○ State Rank: #8 (CA)
○ Section/Division Rank: #1
○ Strengths: Tradition of excellence, disciplined defense, physical ground game
○ Key to Win: Minimize turnovers and control the line of scrimmage
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class/Section Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeland Dreadnaughts | 50 | 9 (FL) | 2 | 1-0 | 31 | 21 |
| De La Salle Spartans | 28 | 8 (CA) | 1 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
Abu Sayem is a sports enthusiast and writer who enjoys sharing stories about high school athletics. He is passionate about celebrating the teamwork, dedication, and spirit of young athletes.
