The Sandhills Classical Christian varsity football team from Whispering Pines, NC, will host Father Capodanno of Vass, NC, for a conference game on Friday, August 15, at 5:30 p.m.

Sandhills Classical Christian vs Father Capodanno Football Game Info:

What: North Carolina High School Football
Who: Sandhills Classical Christian vs Father Capodanno
When: Friday, August 15, 2025
Time: 5:30 PM
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Game preview: Sandhills Classical Christian vs Father Capodanno

Father Capodanno Travels to Face Sandhills Classical Christian in Season Opener

As the 2025 high school football season kicks off, two conference rivals, Father Capodanno of Vass, NC, and Sandhills Classical Christian of Whispering Pines, NC, will face each other in what promises to be an exciting matchup. The game is set for Friday, August 15 at 5:30 p.m., with Father Capodanno traveling for the season opener.

Both teams enter the game with clean slates, each holding a 0-0 overall record. With no wins or losses yet, both squads are eager to set the tone for the season in this early-season clash. Points for and against are also at zero for both teams, leaving plenty of room for fans to anticipate how each team will perform offensively and defensively.

Head-to-Head and Future Matchups

This opening matchup will be the first official meeting between Father Capodanno and Sandhills Classical Christian this season. The teams are scheduled to meet again later in the year, with Sandhills Classical Christian traveling to Father Capodanno on Friday, October 3 at 4:30 p.m.. These two games will play a significant role in shaping the conference standings.

Common Opponents

Both teams share several common opponents this season, including Liberty Christian Academy, Lee Christian, Community Christian, and Berean Baptist Academy. How each team performs against these opponents could provide an early indicator of their relative strengths as the season progresses.

• Father Capodanno will play Liberty Christian Academy (away on 9/5 and home on 10/10), Lee Christian (away on 9/12 and home on 10/24), Community Christian (away on 9/19 and home on 10/17), and Berean Baptist Academy (away on 9/26 and hosting Sandhills Classical Christian on 10/17).

• Sandhills Classical Christian faces Liberty Christian Academy (home on 8/22 and away on 9/26), Lee Christian (home on 8/29), Community Christian (home on 9/12 and away on 10/24), and Berean Baptist Academy (away on 10/17).

Season Outlook

With the season just beginning, both teams are looking to establish momentum. Father Capodanno will aim to start strong on the road, while Sandhills Classical Christian looks to defend their home field in front of local fans. Given the history of competitive conference games, spectators can expect a hard-fought contest with potential playoff implications down the line.

Fans of both schools will be keeping a close eye on this matchup, as it sets the stage for what could be an intense rivalry throughout the 2025 season.