A marquee non-conference matchup headlines Week 3 of the 2025 high school football season as the St. Xavier Bombers (Cincinnati, OH) travel to face the Cathedral Fighting Irish (Indianapolis, IN) on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both schools are storied programs with proud traditions, and this interstate battle promises a playoff-like atmosphere.
Game Details
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Matchup: St. Xavier (OH) @ Cathedral (IN)
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Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Cathedral High School, Indianapolis, IN
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Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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St. Xavier Bombers
The Bombers come in at 2-0, outscoring opponents 34-14. Ranked #77 nationally and #4 in Ohio, St. Xavier is once again showcasing its trademark discipline and defensive strength. The offense has been steady, led by QB Jackson Frey and RB Aiden Graham, while the defense has limited teams to just 7 points per game.
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2025 Record: 2-0
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National Rank: #77
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State Rank (OH): #4
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Division Rank: #3
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Key to Win: Control the pace with their balanced offense and continue applying defensive pressure to neutralize Cathedral’s playmakers.
Main Squad:
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#8 Jackson Frey – QB (126 passing YPG, 124 total YPG)
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#14 Aiden Graham – RB (58 rushing YPG, chain mover)
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#12 Cameron Taylor – WR (47 receiving YPG, reliable target)
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#1 Ja’Kobe Clapper – LB (8 tackles per game, defensive captain)
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#6 Aden Reeder – DL (1.0 sacks per game, pass-rush presence)
Cathedral Fighting Irish
The Fighting Irish sit at 1-1, ranked #186 nationally and #5 in Indiana. Cathedral has scored just 8 points across its first two games while allowing 29, but the team has shown sparks with QB Cameron Koers leading the offense. Cathedral’s defense will need to step up against St. Xavier’s physical attack, and home-field advantage could play a big role.
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2025 Record: 1-1
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National Rank: #186
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State Rank (IN): #5
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Class Rank: #2
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Key to Win: Find consistency on offense, protect Koers in the pocket, and rely on their defensive front to keep the Bombers’ run game in check.
Main Squad:
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#5a Cameron Koers – QB (156 passing YPG, 147 total YPG)
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#20 Jimmy Pappas – RB (75.5 rushing YPG, offensive spark)
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#9 Nathan Van Vierzen – WR (43.5 receiving YPG, dependable target)
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#7a Gannon Knowles – LB (8 tackles per game, defensive leader)
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#8 William Michael Pugh II – DL (1.5 sacks per game, edge disruptor)
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Record |
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| St. Xavier | #77 | #4 (OH) | 2-0 |
| Cathedral | #186 | #5 (IN) | 1-1 |
Abu Sayem is a sports enthusiast and writer who enjoys sharing stories about high school athletics. He is passionate about celebrating the teamwork, dedication, and spirit of young athletes.
