The Hershey (PA) varsity football team is set to host Shippensburg (PA) in a conference matchup today, Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 p.m.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Pennsylvania High School Football
Who: Hershey vs Shippensburg
When: Friday, August 29, 2025
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network

Hershey Looks to Stay Hot in Home Matchup Against Shippensburg

The Hershey Trojans return to the field tonight riding high off a strong season-opening win, as they host the Shippensburg Greyhounds in a conference clash under the lights at Hershey High School. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m.

Team Records & Rankings

Hershey (1-0) enters the matchup with momentum after a 42-26 home victory to open the season. Ranked 3,505 nationally and 130th in Pennsylvania, the Trojans will aim to keep their perfect record intact.

Shippensburg (0-1), meanwhile, comes in looking to bounce back from a narrow 23-20 loss in their opener. The Greyhounds sit at 4,988 nationally and 187th in the state, and they’ll be eager to get into the win column against a tough Hershey squad.

Offensive Firepower

The Trojans showcased balance and explosiveness in their opener, averaging 440 total yards per game with 344 coming on the ground. Running back Samir Edwards-Pace has been a spark, averaging 89 rushing yards per contest, while quarterback Cameron Sweeney adds 52 passing yards and 140 total yards of offense per game. Wideout Alexx Guzman provides another threat in the passing attack, pulling in 31 receiving yards per game.

Hershey also spreads the scoring across four quarters, striking early with 14 points apiece in the first two periods and adding insurance down the stretch.

Shippensburg, on the other hand, has averaged 20 points per game so far. While their offense showed fight in Week 1, they’ll need more consistency to keep pace with Hershey’s high-powered attack.

Defensive Matchups

Defensively, the Trojans average 41 tackles per game, with Noah Cohen leading the unit at six tackles per contest. Their ability to slow Shippensburg’s rushing game will be key, especially with the Greyhounds aiming to establish the ground attack after a narrow defeat last week.

Shippensburg will have the challenge of containing Hershey’s multi-dimensional offense, something their Week 1 opponent struggled to do.

Key Storylines

• Momentum Factor: Hershey looks to ride its strong opening performance, while Shippensburg tries to regroup from a tough loss.

• Offensive Edge: Hershey’s 440 yards per game gives them a clear statistical advantage.

• Early Season Test: Both teams will use this matchup to set the tone for the heart of their schedules, with a slate of common conference opponents ahead.

What’s Next

After tonight’s matchup, Shippensburg continues its season against Waynesboro on September 5, while Hershey will travel to face Palmyra the same weekend.