The Christ School (Arden, NC) varsity football team will host Cardinal Newman (Columbia, SC) in a non-conference matchup on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM.

Matchup Details

• Who: Cardinal Newman (SC) at The Christ School (NC)

• When: Friday, September 5, 2025

• Time: 7:00 PM

• Where: The Christ School, Arden, NC

• Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network
• Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network

Christ School, Cardinal Newman Set for Friday Night Showdown

The Friday night lights will be shining bright in Arden, NC, as Christ School (1-1) hosts Cardinal Newman (0-2) in a non-conference football matchup on September 5, 2025, at 7 p.m.

Team Records & Rankings

Christ School enters the game with momentum after splitting its first two contests of the season. The Greenies hold a 1-1 overall record and are ranked No. 2,520 nationally and No. 62 in North Carolina. Despite dropping their lone home game so far, Christ School secured a road victory and has shown offensive firepower, averaging 30 points per game while allowing 42.

Cardinal Newman, meanwhile, is searching for its first win of the 2025–26 season. The Cardinals are 0-2 overall, with losses both at home and away. They stand at No. 6,722 nationally and No. 127 in South Carolina. Struggles on both sides of the ball have been evident, as the team averages 14.5 points per game while conceding 21.

Scoring Trends

• Cardinal Newman has been slow to start, averaging just 3.5 points in the first quarter and failing to score in the second. Their offense tends to pick up after halftime, averaging 11 points in the second half.

• Christ School has been far more efficient, averaging 30 points per outing, though quarter-by-quarter splits aren’t yet available.

Breakdown by Category

• Non-League Games: Cardinal Newman is 0-2, while Christ School is 1-1.

• Home vs. Away: Christ School is 0-1 at home but 1-0 on the road, while Cardinal Newman has dropped both of its games (one at home, one away).

• In-State/Out-of-State: Christ School is 1-0 against out-of-state opponents, while Cardinal Newman is 0-1 against in-state competition.

What’s at Stake

For Christ School, a win would push the Greenies above .500 and establish confidence on their home turf. Their balanced scoring and road-tested mentality could prove decisive. For Cardinal Newman, this game offers a chance to reset their season, pick up a much-needed victory, and build momentum heading into the heart of the schedule.

With both teams eager to prove themselves early in the season, Friday night’s contest promises hard-hitting football and plenty of energy from the stands.