Destiny Christian Academy’s varsity football team (Sacramento, CA) will host Menlo-Atherton (Atherton, CA) in a non-conference home game on Friday, August 29, at 7:15 p.m.
Destiny Christian Academy vs Menlo-Atherton Football Game Info:
What: California High School Football
Who: Destiny Christian Academy vs Menlo-Atherton
When: Friday, August 29, 2025
Time: 7:15 PM
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Game preview: Destiny Christian Academy vs Menlo-Atherton
Destiny Christian Academy Prepares to Host Menlo-Atherton in Season Opener
Sacramento, CA – Destiny Christian Academy (DCA) is set to host Menlo-Atherton in what promises to be an exciting non-conference matchup this Friday evening. Both teams enter the 2025-26 season looking to establish early momentum, but their recent statistics highlight contrasting starts.
Team Records and Rankings
Menlo-Atherton, ranked 2,368th nationally and 187th in California, has yet to play a game this season and stands at 0-0 overall. Destiny Christian Academy, ranked 3,659th nationally and 253rd in the state, has played one game, falling 12-15 in its season opener.
Breaking down Destiny Christian’s scoring by quarter, the team put up 0 points in the first quarter, 3 in the second, 7 in the third, and 2 in the fourth, totaling 12 points. While the team has shown flashes of scoring capability, it has also struggled to contain opponents, allowing 15 points in their lone contest.
Matchup Overview
Both teams are eager to claim their first win of the season. Menlo-Atherton enters the game with a clean slate, while DCA looks to rebound after a narrow loss. The Knights’ early-season scoring efforts suggest they will rely on gradual drives and late-quarter adjustments to try to overcome Menlo-Atherton’s defenses.
Historical Context and Records
This will mark the first meeting between the two programs. In other breakdowns, Menlo-Atherton and Destiny Christian both have yet to record a league game or face common opponents this season. Destiny Christian’s only game has come on the road, making this home matchup a key opportunity to turn their season around.
Looking Ahead
Friday’s game kicks off at 7:15 p.m., giving DCA fans a chance to see their team respond after a close opening loss. Both squads will be looking to establish early-season identity and build confidence as the non-league schedule unfolds.
With rankings relatively close and both teams searching for their first victories, expect a competitive showdown under the lights in Sacramento.
