The 2025 high school football season rolls on with an all-Northeast Florida non-conference matchup as the Fleming Island Golden Eagles host the Riverside Generals on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Fleming Island opened the season with a strong home victory, while Riverside looks to bounce back from a tough Week 1 loss.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Riverside (Jacksonville, FL) vs Fleming Island (Orange Park, FL)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Fleming Island High School, Orange Park, FL
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Riverside Generals
The Generals enter ranked #1,599 nationally, #123 in Florida, and #20 in their class. Riverside fell 23-14 in their opener and will be looking to clean up mistakes and generate more offensive consistency.
○ 2025 Record: 0-1
○ National Rank: #1,599
○ State Rank: #123 (FL)
○ Class Rank: #20
○ Strengths: Athleticism, defensive pressure, ability to rebound quickly
○ Key to Win: Limit turnovers and sustain drives against a disciplined Fleming Island defense
Fleming Island Golden Eagles
The Golden Eagles come in ranked #1,036 nationally, #93 in Florida, and #15 in their class. Fleming Island impressed with a 42-20 win at home in Week 1, showcasing a balanced offensive attack and a strong defensive front.
○ 2025 Record: 1-0
○ National Rank: #1,036
○ State Rank: #93 (FL)
○ Class Rank: #15
○ Strengths: Balanced offense, home-field confidence, solid line play
○ Key to Win: Keep offensive rhythm early and pressure Riverside’s quarterback into mistakes
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Generals | 1,599 | 123 (FL) | 20 | 0-1 | 14 | 23 |
| Fleming Island Golden Eagles | 1,036 | 93 (FL) | 15 | 1-0 | 42 | 20 |
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