The Northern Lebanon (Fredericksburg, PA) varsity football team will host a non-conference matchup against Oxford (PA) tonight at 7:00 PM.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: Pennsylvania High School Football
Who: Northern Lebanon vs Oxford
When: Friday, August 29, 2025
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network
Northern Lebanon Prepares to Host Oxford in Early-Season Clash
The Northern Lebanon (Fredericksburg, PA) varsity football team is set to face Oxford (PA) in a non-conference matchup that has local fans buzzing. Both teams enter the contest undefeated, but their paths to 1-0 records have been notably different.
Season Overview
Northern Lebanon comes in with a strong 1-0 record after a decisive 35-8 road victory. Their performance has been particularly dominant defensively, allowing just 8 points while putting up 35 themselves. Oxford, meanwhile, also boasts a 1-0 record, edging their first opponent 16-14 in a tighter contest that showcased their resilience.
National & State Rankings
According to national and state rankings, Oxford sits at 6,604 nationally, 262 in Pennsylvania, and 69 in their class, while Northern Lebanon is ranked 10,768 nationally, 454 in Pennsylvania, and 81 in class. While Oxford has the higher ranking, Northern Lebanon’s early-season performance suggests they are a team to watch.
Scoring Trends
Through the first game of the season, Oxford has averaged 7 points in the first quarter, 6 in the second, none in the third, and 3 in the fourth. Northern Lebanon’s 35-point outburst came against an opponent they handled efficiently on both sides of the ball, though quarter-by-quarter scoring data is not available.
Matchup Dynamics
Northern Lebanon will look to capitalize on their high-scoring offense and stout defense to keep their undefeated season alive. Oxford will aim to tighten up defensively and find more consistent scoring to challenge the hosts.
Records Breakdown
Both teams remain unbeaten in all games played, with Northern Lebanon’s lone win coming on the road, and Oxford’s victory at home. This matchup also marks a clash of in-state teams, adding an extra layer of intensity to the contest.
As kickoff approaches, fans can expect a competitive game with Northern Lebanon’s dominant start meeting Oxford’s determined squad in what promises to be an exciting opening non-conference showdown.
