The Cross vs. Cathedral Academy – Football Preview
The Cross varsity football team from Bluffton, SC, will host a home conference matchup against Cathedral Academy of North Charleston, SC, on Friday, September 5, at 7:00 PM.

Game Details:

• Teams: Cathedral Academy vs The Cross

• Date & Time: Friday, September 5, 2025 | 7:00 PM

• Location: The Cross, Bluffton, SC

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

Cathedral Academy Travels to Bluffton for Conference Clash with Cross

The Cathedral Academy (North Charleston, SC) varsity football team will hit the road to face Cross (Bluffton, SC) in a conference matchup this Friday, September 5, at 7:00 p.m. The game marks a pivotal opportunity for both teams as they aim to gain momentum early in the 2025 season.

Team Records and Standings

Cathedral Academy enters the matchup with a 1-1 overall record but has yet to find success in conference play, sitting at 0-1. They have scored a total of 58 points while allowing 44, averaging 29 points per game. Their home and away splits show a 1-0 record at home and a 0-1 record on the road.

Cross, on the other hand, is struggling to find its footing, entering the game at 0-2 overall and 0-2 in the region. They have managed just 6 points while surrendering 85, with an average of 3 points per game. The team has yet to secure a home win and is still searching for its first conference victory.

Scoring Trends and Matchup Outlook

Cathedral Academy has consistently produced scoring throughout their games, while Cross has faced significant challenges putting points on the board. Both teams share some common opponents this season, including Holly Hill Academy, Palmetto Christian Academy, and King’s Academy. These matchups highlight areas of strength and weakness for each squad heading into Friday’s contest.

Recent Performance Against Common Opponents

• Holly Hill Academy: Cathedral Academy fell 24-16 in their August 22 matchup, while Cross is scheduled to face Holly Hill later this season.

• King’s Academy: Cross lost 33-0 in their opener, while Cathedral Academy will play King’s Academy in late October.

• Jefferson Davis Academy: Cross suffered a 52-6 loss earlier this season, and Cathedral Academy will meet Jefferson Davis on October 3.

Looking Ahead

This Friday’s game is part of a two-game series between the programs. Cross will later travel to North Charleston to face Cathedral Academy again on October 10 at 7:30 p.m., making Friday’s contest an important opportunity for both teams to gain confidence and improve their conference standing.

With Cathedral Academy looking to strengthen their conference record and Cross eager to break through for their first win, fans can expect a competitive matchup that could set the tone for the remainder of the season.