The 2025 high school football season delivers a massive early-season showdown as the American Heritage Patriots host the St. Joseph’s Prep Hawks in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This non-conference matchup kicks off on Friday, August 22, 2025, at 6:00 PM at St. Thomas Aquinas High School.
Both programs are nationally ranked and known for producing elite talent, making this game one of the most anticipated contests of the season. St. Joseph’s Prep, the No. 1 team in Pennsylvania, begins its campaign against a Top-10 American Heritage squad that has dominated Florida football for years.
Game Details
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Matchup: St. Joseph’s Prep (Philadelphia, PA) vs American Heritage (Plantation, FL)
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Date & Time: Friday, August 22, 2025 – 6:00 PM
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Location: St. Thomas Aquinas High School, Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Live Coverage: Watch live on NFHS Network, follow live scores on MaxPreps
St. Joseph’s Prep Hawks
The Hawks enter 2025 as Pennsylvania’s top-ranked team, carrying a reputation for dominating the state’s biggest stage. With a national ranking inside the Top 30, St. Joseph’s Prep is loaded with Division I prospects across the roster. Their balanced approach on both sides of the ball and playoff-tested coaching staff make them a threat in any matchup.
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2025 Record: 0-0 (season opener)
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Strengths: Depth at skill positions, physical offensive line, elite secondary
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Key to Win: Establish the run game early and limit American Heritage’s explosive playmakers
American Heritage Patriots
American Heritage begins the season ranked No. 8 nationally, No. 3 in Florida, and No. 1 in their class. Known for their speed, defensive aggression, and offensive versatility, the Patriots are among the toughest teams in the country. They return a deep core of playmakers and are eager to prove themselves against an East Coast powerhouse.
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2025 Record: 0-0 (season opener)
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Strengths: Fast defense, dynamic offensive weapons, home-field advantage
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Key to Win: Pressure the quarterback and capitalize on turnovers
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record |
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| St. Joseph’s Prep | 29 | 1 (PA) | 1 | 0-0 |
| American Heritage | 8 | 3 (FL) | 1 | 0-0 |
