The 2025 Alabama high school football season features a non-conference showdown as the Fruitdale Pirates host the Pleasant Home Eagles on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams enter the contest at 0-1 and will be looking to bounce back with their first victory of the season.
Game Details
- Matchup: Pleasant Home (Andalusia, AL) vs Fruitdale (Fruitdale, AL)
- Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
- Location: Fruitdale High School, Fruitdale, AL
- Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Pleasant Home Eagles
The Eagles are ranked #13,493 nationally, #390 in Alabama, and #46 in their class. After falling 20-12 in their opener, Pleasant Home will focus on tightening its defense and capitalizing on scoring opportunities.
- 2025 Record: 0-1
- National Rank: #13,493
- State Rank: #390 (AL)
- Class Rank: #46
- Strengths: Running game, physical defense, disciplined play
- Key to Win: Control time of possession and limit turnovers
Fruitdale Pirates
The Pirates enter ranked #13,623 nationally, #394 in Alabama, and #48 in their class. Following a 28-8 loss to start the year, Fruitdale will look to improve offensively and take advantage of its home-field setting.
- 2025 Record: 0-1
- National Rank: #13,623
- State Rank: #394 (AL)
- Class Rank: #48
- Strengths: Defensive toughness, home-field motivation, developing offense
- Key to Win: Execute early scoring drives and pressure Pleasant Home’s backfield
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pleasant Home Eagles | 13,493 | 390 (AL) | 46 | 0-1 | 12 | 20 |
| Fruitdale Pirates | 13,623 | 394 (AL) | 48 | 0-1 | 8 | 28 |
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