The 2025 Florida high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as Santa Fe hosts Zarephath Academy on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:30 PM in Alachua, FL. Both teams enter the contest looking for their first win, with Santa Fe kicking off its season and Zarephath Academy seeking to bounce back from an opening loss.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Zarephath Academy (Jacksonville, FL) vs Santa Fe (Alachua, FL)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:30 PM
○ Location: Santa Fe High School, Alachua, FL
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Zarephath Academy Eagles
The Eagles come in ranked #6,463 nationally and #370 in Florida. Zarephath Academy fell 35-0 in their opener, struggling to establish consistency on offense. On the road, the Eagles will need to regroup quickly and rely on defensive stops to stay competitive.
○ 2025 Record: 0-1
○ National Rank: #6,463
○ State Rank: #370 (FL)
○ Strengths: Athleticism, motivated to rebound, defensive potential
○ Key to Win: Find offensive rhythm and minimize turnovers
Santa Fe Raiders
The Raiders enter ranked #9,861 nationally, #473 in Florida, and #50 in their class. Santa Fe opens its season at home and will look to take advantage of fresh legs against an Eagles team already tested. Generating early offense will be key to setting the tone.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #9,861
○ State Rank: #473 (FL)
○ Class Rank: #50
○ Strengths: Home-field advantage, fresh start, strong community support
○ Key to Win: Start fast offensively and limit defensive mistakes
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zarephath Academy Eagles | 6,463 | 370 (FL) | — | 0-1 | 0 | 35 |
| Santa Fe Raiders | 9,861 | 473 (FL) | 50 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
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.
