The Parkland (Allentown, PA) varsity football team hosts Freedom (Bethlehem, PA) in a non-conference matchup tonight at 7:00 p.m.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: Pennsylvania High School Football
Who: Parkland vs Freedom
When: Friday, August 29, 2025
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network
Parkland Hosts Freedom in Early-Season Showdown
The Parkland (Allentown, PA) varsity football team will face off against Freedom (Bethlehem, PA) in a key non-league matchup this season. Both teams are coming off contrasting starts, setting the stage for an intriguing contest.
Early Season Records
Parkland enters the game with a perfect 1-0 record after a solid 19-6 victory in their season opener. The team has already shown balance on both sides of the ball, averaging 19 points per game while limiting opponents to just six. Freedom, on the other hand, has struggled in their first outing, falling 47-7 in their opener and searching for their first win.
Team and Player Stats
Parkland has displayed a strong offensive attack, with standout contributions from running back Tj Lawrence, who leads the team with 125 rushing yards per game and 134 total yards per game. Quarterback Finn Coen has thrown for 37 yards per game, while receiver Nassim Adams averages 24 receiving yards per game.
Defensively, Parkland has been stingy, holding opponents to 206 total yards per game. Tackles and sacks are spread across the roster, but the team’s disciplined approach has kept opponents off the scoreboard. Freedom, meanwhile, has yet to find its rhythm, averaging only 2 points per game with key players yet to hit their stride.
Statistical Comparison
Stat | Freedom | Parkland |
---|---|---|
Total Yards/Game | 206 | 206 |
Rushing Yards/Game | – | 169 |
Passing Yards/Game | – | 37 |
Receiving Yards/Game | – | 37 |
Tackles/Game | – | 45 |
Sacks/Game | – | 1 |
Points/Game | 2 | 19 |