The Riverside Christian Academy (Fayetteville, TN) varsity football team will host Tabernacle (Gardendale, AL) in a home non-conference matchup on Friday, August 15, at 7 p.m.

Riverside Christian Academy vs Tabernacle Football Game Info:

What: Tennessee High School Football
Who: Riverside Christian Academy vs Tabernacle
When: Friday, August 15, 2025
Time: 7 PM
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Game preview: Riverside Christian Academy vs Tabernacle

Riverside Christian Academy to Host Tabernacle in Season Opener

The 2025–26 high school football season kicks off this Friday as the Riverside Christian Academy Knights (Fayetteville, TN) host the Tabernacle Torches (Gardendale, AL) in a non-conference showdown. Both teams enter the matchup with a clean slate and a hunger to start their campaigns on the right note.

Team Overviews
Neither squad has taken the field yet this season, so their 0-0 records and identical .000 win percentages leave plenty of room for speculation. Both the Knights and the Torches are looking to set the tone early, and with no prior head-to-head meetings, this will be a fresh matchup for players and fans alike.

Stat Snapshot
Last season’s results may be in the past, but the 2025–26 campaign offers a blank page. Both teams have zero points for (PF) and points against (PA) recorded so far this year, meaning the first whistle on Friday will also mark the first chance to see how each program has evolved over the offseason.

Common Opponents & Season Outlook
Interestingly, both Tabernacle and Riverside Christian Academy share a scheduled opponent later in the season — Trinity Christian Homeschool. The Torches will face them on August 29, while the Knights will meet them on September 19. That matchup will provide a measuring stick for both programs as the season progresses.

What to Watch For
The season opener often comes down to which team adapts faster — finding rhythm on offense, tackling consistently on defense, and limiting mistakes. With no prior film on each other this year, both coaching staffs will likely test multiple formations and strategies early to see what sticks.

Kickoff Details

• Date: Friday, August 15, 2025

• Time: 7:00 PM

• Location: Riverside Christian Academy, Fayetteville, TN

With the stands expected to be full and both teams eager to make a statement, this first clash could set the tone for the rest of the season.