The 2025 Delaware high school football season features a non-conference matchup as the Salesianum Sallies host the Red Lion Christian Academy Lions on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at 7:00 PM in Wilmington, DE. Both teams open their seasons with fresh records and plenty of anticipation.
Game Details
Matchup: Red Lion Christian Academy (Bear, DE) vs Salesianum (Wilmington, DE)
Date & Time: Thursday, August 28, 2025 – 7:00 PM
Location: Salesianum School, Wilmington, DE
Live Coverage: Follow live on the NFHS Network
Tickets: Available digitally through GoFan
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Red Lion Christian Academy Lions
The Lions start the season 0-0 with a national ranking of 2,909, #13 in Delaware, and #4 in their division. RLCA enters with a reputation for resilience and hard-hitting defense, and they’ll look to test themselves against one of the state’s most consistent programs.
2025 Record: 0-0
Last Season: 25-26 overall mark
Strengths: Physical defense, developing offensive depth, ability to play with energy
Key to Win: Limit mistakes and stay aggressive on both sides of the ball
Salesianum Sallies
Salesianum opens the season with a 0-0 record, ranked 920 nationally, #5 in Delaware, and #5 in their division. As one of the state’s premier football programs, the Sallies bring tradition, depth, and home-field advantage into this matchup. Their balanced approach makes them a difficult opponent to overcome.
2025 Record: 0-0
Last Season: 25-26 overall mark
Strengths: Deep roster, strong coaching staff, well-rounded attack
Key to Win: Use home-field momentum and establish early control of the game
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Division Rank | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red Lion Christian Academy | 2,909 | 13 (DE) | 4 | 0-0 |
| Salesianum Sallies | 920 | 5 (DE) | 5 | 0-0 |
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