Moanalua vs Pearl City Hawaii High School Football Game Preview – Friday, August 22, 2025

The 2025 Hawaii high school football season continues with a non-conference showdown as the Pearl City Chargers host the Moanalua Menehune on Friday, August 22, 2025, at 7:30 PM. The game will take place at Pearl City High School in Pearl City, HI, with both teams aiming to improve their early-season records.

Game Details

Matchup: Moanalua (Honolulu, HI) vs Pearl City (Pearl City, HI)
Date & Time: Friday, August 22, 2025 – 7:30 PM
Location: Pearl City High School, Pearl City, HI
Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
Tickets: Available digitally through GoFan
Fans can attend in person by purchasing digital tickets on GoFan or stream the action live on the NFHS Network (subscription: $13.99/month or $79.99/year).

Moanalua Menehune

Moanalua enters this matchup struggling to find momentum, with a 0-2 record to start the 2025 season. Ranked #3,283 nationally, #16 in Hawaii, and #7 in their division, the Menehune have been outscored 94-28 over the first two games. Despite the rough start, Moanalua will look to compete on the road and get their first win of the season.

2025 Record: 0-2
Last Game: Outscored 14 points in latest contest

Strengths: Determined playmakers, potential for big plays, motivated to rebound
Key to Win: Minimize mistakes and control possession to stay in the game

Pearl City Chargers

Pearl City comes into this contest with a 1-1 record, looking to even their season with a home win. Ranked #9,609 nationally, #34 in Hawaii, and #17 in their division, the Chargers have averaged 33 points in their two games while allowing 57. Pearl City aims to leverage home-field advantage and balanced scoring to overcome Moanalua.

2025 Record: 1-1
Last Game: Scored 33 points in last matchup
Strengths: Balanced offense, home-field support, ability to rebound from losses
Key to Win: Establish the run game and limit Moanalua’s big plays

Rankings & Records

Alex Smith