The McQuaid Jesuit Knights (Rochester, NY) open their 2025 season at home in a marquee non-conference clash against the Newburgh Free Academy Goldbacks (NY). Kickoff is scheduled for Saturday, September 6, 2025, at 3:00 PM at Christian Brothers Academy-Syracuse.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Newburgh Free Academy (NY) @ McQuaid Jesuit (NY)
○ Date & Time: 9/6/2025 – 3:00 PM
○ Location: Christian Brothers Academy-Syracuse, Syracuse, NY
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Newburgh Free Academy Goldbacks
The Goldbacks start 2025 ranked #4,135 nationally and #46 in New York, eager to show they can contend with one of the state’s premier private programs. With size up front and versatile skill players, NFA will rely on physicality to compete.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #4,135
○ State Rank: #46 (NY)
○ Class Rank: #10
○ Key to Win: Control possession with their offensive line and pressure McQuaid’s quarterback on defense.
Main Squad:
○ Jordan Wallace – QB
○ Malik Grant – RB
○ Xavier Torres – WR
○ Isaiah Morton – WR
○ Elijah Brooks – TE
○ Damian Alvarez – OL
○ Jalen Carter – DL
○ Donovan Price – LB
○ Tyrell Simmons – DB
○ Cameron Ortiz – K/P
McQuaid Jesuit Knights
The Knights enter the season ranked #3,307 nationally and #29 in New York, bringing tradition and talent into their opener. With an explosive passing game and aggressive defense, McQuaid will look to seize momentum early.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #3,307
○ State Rank: #29 (NY)
○ Class Rank: #6
○ Key to Win: Use speed and quick execution to put NFA on its heels from the opening drive.
Main Squad:
○ Brendan O’Leary – QB
○ Marcus Vega – RB
○ Sean Donovan – WR
○ Dominic Russo – WR
○ Logan Barrett – TE
○ Connor Hayes – OL
○ Gavin Whitaker – DL
○ Mason Elliott – LB
○ Adrian Foster – DB
○ Landon Cruz – K
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Overall | Home | Away | Win % | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newburgh Free Academy | #4,135 | #46 (NY) | #10 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0% | 0 | 0 |
| McQuaid Jesuit | #3,307 | #29 (NY) | #6 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0% | 0 | 0 |
