DAYTONA BEACH, FL – The anticipation of a new season culminates tonight as the Father Lopez Catholic High School Green Wave varsity football team charges into the 2025 campaign. The Green Wave will host the Cedar Creek Christian Saints from Jacksonville in a non-conference showdown at historic Lopez Field. Kickoff is set for 6:30 PM on Thursday, August 28, 2025.
Game Details & Digital Ticketing
In alignment with modern convenience and efficient stadium access, digital tickets are exclusively available for purchase online.
Fans are strongly encouraged to secure their tickets in advance to ensure a seamless entry process and guarantee their spot in the stands. Tickets can be purchased through the official GoFan.co page.
📍 Game Location: Father Lopez Catholic High School, Daytona Beach, FL
🕡 Date & Time: Thursday, August 28, 2025, at 6:30 PM
Live Stream: demand at NFHS Network!
This season opener is more than just a game; it’s a fresh start, a chance to set the tone, and an opportunity for the community to rally behind its team under the bright lights of a Florida fall evening. For players, coaches, and fans alike, it represents the culmination of a long offseason of hard work, conditioning, and preparation.
The Matchup: Green Wave vs. Saints
The non-conference battle pits two programs eager to make an early statement. The Father Lopez Green Wave, representing Daytona Beach, will look to leverage home-field advantage and harness the energy of a supportive home crowd.
Their opponents, the Cedar Creek Christian Saints, will travel from Jacksonville aiming to spoil the opening night festivities and secure a crucial road victory to start their own season. Non-conference games like this are vital, providing a first test against unfamiliar opposition and offering a valuable measuring stick for both teams before diving into district play.
A Community Event
High school football is a cornerstone of community spirit, and tonight’s game promises all the pageantry and passion that makes Friday night lights so special—even on a Thursday. From the marching band’s fight song to the cheerleaders rallying the crowd, it’s an experience that goes far beyond the scoreboard.
Students, alumni, families, and local football enthusiasts are all invited to come out, pack the stands, and show their unwavering Green Wave pride. Let’s create a deafening home-field advantage as our team takes the field for the first time this season.
Be there to witness the first snap, the first touchdown, and the first victory of what promises to be an exciting season for Father Lopez Green Wave football.
