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This weekend, high school football teams across the U.S. will showcase their skills in intense matchups. Fans can look forward to exciting games on Friday and Saturday, featuring standout players and anticipated clashes, including the Broward County Classic. Tune in for highlights as teams compete under the Friday night lights, promising thrilling encounters and unexpected results.

Exciting High School Football Weekend Kicks Off Across the Nation!

Welcome, football fans! It’s that time of year again when high school football teams take to the field, showcasing their talent and fierce competition. This weekend, we’re in for some thrilling matchups as teams from all over the U.S. gear up for epic clashes on Friday, August 22, and Saturday, August 23. Get ready for the Friday night lights to shine bright!

Friday Night Action!

First up, at 4 p.m. ET in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, the Broward County Classic High School Football Showcase kicks off with a showdown between the Corner Canyon Chargers and West Broward. The Chargers, ranked No. 11, have a star in their midst: quarterback Helaman Casuga, a 2026 four-star commit to Texas A&M. Casuga made a splash in his debut, completing 13 out of 18 passes for a whopping 284 yards and two touchdowns. But don’t underestimate West Broward, boasting standout senior players A’mir Sears and Shmar Akande who add depth to their secondary. Expect Corner Canyon to take this one with a predicted score of 47-7.

As the sun sets, the excitement continues with a clash between American Heritage and St. Joseph’s Prep at 6 p.m. ET. This will be the first-ever meeting between these two teams, and it’s sure to be a treat as it’s also televised nationally. The spotlight is on American Heritage’s star quarterback Dia Bell, a five-star recruit from the class of 2026, who had a stellar season last year with 2,597 passing yards and 29 touchdowns. However, St. Joseph’s Prep is predicted to come out on top with a score of 35-14.

Next, at 7:30 p.m. ET, watch for Buford taking on Benedictine Military School in Savannah, Georgia. Fresh off debuting their brand new $62 million stadium, Buford aims to carry their momentum from a recent win of 20-13 on the road. Behind Nebraska commit Dayton Raiola, Buford is poised to dominate, with Massey’s prediction favoring them at 41-13.

Meanwhile, the Grayson Rams are set to face off against Rabun Gap-Nacoochee at the same time. After a crushing victory over Collins Hill (51-3) last week, Grayson, boasting North Carolina commit Travis Burgess, is favored to win with a projected score of 43-14.

One of the most awaited matches of the night sees IMG Academy, ranked No. 15, taking on Hoover at 8 p.m. ET. They had a strong start to the season with a 41-6 victory. Predictions look bright for IMG Academy, with a count of 39-12 in their favor. Excitement continues as Saraland faces Jackson, with deep talent in their roster, including QB Landon Duckworth, leading to predictions of a 38-20 result in Saraland’s favor.

The same hour features La Salle College taking on Central Catholic in Turtle Creek, Pennsylvania. Expect an offensive showcase as La Salle’s Gavin Sidwar, a Missouri commit, leads his team against Central Catholic’s sturdy front. Massey predicts a competitive finish with La Salle winning 35-21.

Saturday Showdowns!

Turning the page to Saturday, August 23, the excitement builds with the Monarchs of Mater Dei facing St. Thomas Aquinas at 3:30 p.m. ET. Mater Dei is known for its powerhouse offense, loaded with five-star recruits like Mark Bowman, a USC commit. Expect a dazzling victory with a predicted score of 42-7.

Later that night at 7 p.m. ET, Miami Northwestern takes on Orange Lutheran. With five-star receiver Calvin Russell boosting Northwestern’s chances, this should be a balanced matchup, although Orange Lutheran’s reliable offensive line gives them a slight edge, with a predicted score of 28-22.

Closing out the Broward County Classic at 8 p.m. ET, St. Frances Academy squares off against Chaminade-Madonna, who triumphed in last year’s matchup. However, predictions now favor St. Frances Academy to claim victory with a score of 39-14.

Don’t forget to tune in this weekend and catch all the action! The Rivals High School Scoreboard will be providing real-time updates so fans won’t miss a moment. Let the games begin!

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