The Cheltenham (Wyncote, PA) varsity football team will host Central Bucks East (Doylestown, PA) in a non-conference matchup tonight at 7:00 PM.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: Pennsylvania High School Football
Who: Cheltenham vs Central Bucks East
When: Friday, August 29, 2025
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network
Cheltenham vs. Central Bucks East: Early-Season Matchup Promises Excitement
The Cheltenham (Wyncote, PA) varsity football team will face off against Central Bucks East (Doylestown, PA) in a highly anticipated non-conference matchup. Both teams enter the game with contrasting starts to their 2025 season, setting the stage for an intriguing showdown.
Season Overview
Central Bucks East comes into the game undefeated at 1-0, having outscored opponents 20-14 in their opener. The team is ranked 2,351 nationally and holds a class ranking of 32 in Pennsylvania. Cheltenham, on the other hand, is searching for its first win after a 0-1 start, with a season-opening loss that saw them put up 24 points but allow 35. The team is nationally ranked 3,408 and also in class 32 in Pennsylvania.
Offensive and Defensive Comparisons
Cheltenham boasts a high-powered passing attack, averaging 324 yards per game through the air compared to just 19 yards for Central Bucks East. The difference is equally stark in receiving, as Cheltenham racks up 324 receiving yards per game, dwarfing the 19 yards for CBE. In total offense, Cheltenham averages 387 yards per game, well above CBE’s 247 yards per game.
Conversely, Central Bucks East leads on the ground, rushing for 228 yards per game compared to Cheltenham’s 63. Defensively, CBE also stands out, averaging 68 tackles per game, while Cheltenham’s defensive statistics are not fully available.
Key Players
For Central Bucks East, Michael Price is a dual-threat leader, averaging 168 rushing yards, 19 passing yards, and 187 total yards per game. Alexander White contributes 13 receiving yards per game, while Liam Hoey leads the team with nine tackles per game.
Cheltenham relies heavily on its aerial attack, led by quarterback Kendall Jackson, who averages 324 passing yards and 333 total yards per game. Ahsaiah “Zeke” Upchurch is the team’s leading receiver with 135 yards per game, while Jaden Walker contributes 42 rushing yards per game.
Matchup Outlook
Cheltenham’s high-flying passing game will test CBE’s defense, while CBE’s dominant ground game could challenge Cheltenham’s ability to control the clock. Both teams share common opponents, including Council Rock North and Neshaminy, providing an interesting benchmark for comparison.
Central Bucks East will look to build on its early-season success, while Cheltenham aims to bounce back and even its record. Fans can expect an exciting clash as these two Pennsylvania programs face off.
