The St. Sebastian’s School Arrows (Needham, MA) host the Phillips Exeter Academy Lions (Exeter, NH) in a non-conference season opener on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 4:30 PM. Both programs will kick off their 2025 campaigns with high expectations in this traditional New England prep football clash.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Phillips Exeter Academy (NH) @ St. Sebastian’s School (MA)
○ Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 4:30 PM
○ Location: St. Sebastian’s School, Needham, MA
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Phillips Exeter Academy Lions
Phillips Exeter begins the season ranked #815 nationally and #3 in New Hampshire. Known for their physical style and academic-athletic balance, the Lions will look to open strong on the road.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #815
○ State Rank: #3 (NH)
○ Class Rank: —
○ Key to Win: Establish a run game early and rely on disciplined defense to slow down St. Sebastian’s skill players.
Main Squad:
○ Liam O’Connor – QB
○ Isaiah Freeman – RB
○ Carter Donovan – WR
○ Nolan Hayes – WR
○ Marcus Alvarez – LB
○ Xavier Reid – DB
○ Aiden Clarke – OL
○ Logan Foster – DL
○ Elijah Torres – RB
○ Gavin Morales – LB
St. Sebastian’s School Arrows
St. Sebastian’s enters 2025 ranked #3,794 nationally and #68 in New Hampshire. With a roster blending veterans and young talent, the Arrows will use their home crowd advantage as they open the year against a strong Exeter team.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #3,794
○ State Rank: #68 (MA)
○ Class Rank: —
○ Key to Win: Protect the quarterback, generate turnovers, and maximize special teams opportunities.
Main Squad:
○ Declan Murphy – QB
○ Jalen Carter – RB
○ Micah Sullivan – WR
○ Tyler Brooks – WR
○ Colton Rivera – LB
○ Brandon Torres – DB
○ Caleb Johnson – OL
○ Dominic Price – DL
○ Evan Scott – RB
○ Mason Whitfield – LB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Overall | Home | Away | Win % | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phillips Exeter Academy | #815 | #3 (NH) | — | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | .000 | 0 | 0 |
| St. Sebastian’s School | #3,794 | #68 (MA) | — | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | .000 | 0 | 0 |
