The 2025 high school football season continues with a neutral non-conference matchup as Mount St. Joseph (Baltimore, MD) faces off against Mt. Zion Prep Academy (Lanham, MD) today at 4:00 PM. The game will take place at the Mid Atlantic Pigskin Classic in Wilmington, Delaware, featuring two Maryland teams with different starts to the season.
Game Details
Matchup: Mount St. Joseph (MD) vs. Mt. Zion Prep Academy (MD)
Date & Time: 8/30/2025 – 4:00 PM
Location: Mid Atlantic Pigskin Classic, Wilmington, DE
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Mount St. Joseph Gaels
The Gaels enter this contest with a 1-0 record, after a strong opening win. With high expectations this season, Mount St. Joseph will look to continue their winning streak and remain undefeated. They bring an aggressive offensive game and strong defensive play into this matchup, aiming to dominate early in the contest.
2025 Record: 1-0
National Rank: #1,294
State Rank (MD): #14
Key to Win: Continue their balanced offensive attack while maintaining solid defensive pressure to stifle Mt. Zion’s attempts at a comeback.
Main Squad:
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Elijah Martin – QB
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Marcus Williams – RB
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Jordan Thomas – WR
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Isaiah Carter – LB
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Darnell Johnson – DB
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Tyree Jackson – DL
Mt. Zion Prep Academy Warriors
Mt. Zion Prep Academy enters the matchup with a 0-1 record, having faced a tough opponent in their season opener. Despite the loss, they are eager to bounce back and put on a strong showing in this neutral-site contest. They will need to execute effectively both offensively and defensively to stay competitive against Mount St. Joseph’s well-rounded squad.
2025 Record: 0-1
National Rank: #3,070
State Rank (MD): #40
Key to Win: Focus on improving their offensive execution and limiting mistakes, especially on defense, in order to stay competitive against the Gaels.
Main Squad:
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Chris Washington – QB
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Jamal Harris – RB
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Xavier Johnson – WR
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Tarek Williams – DE
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Jonathan Moore – LB
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Aaron Davis – DB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank (MD) | Overall Record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount St. Joseph | 1,294 | 14 | 1-0 |
| Mt. Zion Prep Academy | 3,070 | 40 | 0-1 |
Team Scoring Averages
| Quarter | Mount St. Joseph | Mt. Zion Prep Academy |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | – | 0 |
| Q2 | – | 0 |
| Q3 | – | 0 |
| Q4 | – | 0 |
| Final | 10.0 | 0 |
Record Breakdown
| Team | Overall | League | Non-League | Head to Head | Home | Away | Neutral | Playoff | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount St. Joseph | 1-0 | 0-0 | 1-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 1-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 1-0 |
| Mt. Zion Prep Academy | 0-1 | 0-0 | 0-1 | 0-0 | 1-0 | 0-1 | 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.
