BATON ROUGE, LA – The lights are set to blaze and the pads will crack under the late August sky as the University Lab Cubs open their 2025 varsity football season with a highly anticipated home non-conference battle against the Dunham Tigers.

What You Need to Know:

• Who: The University Lab Cubs vs. The Dunham Tigers

• What: 2025 Season Opener / Non-Conference Game

• When: Thursday, August 28, 2025, at 6:00 PM

• Where: Parkview Baptist High School, Baton Rouge

• Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network

This crosstown rivalry game is scheduled for Thursday, August 28, at 6:00 p.m. While U-High traditionally plays its home games on its own campus, this season opener will be held at the neutral site of Parkview Baptist High School.

The early-season matchup offers both teams a prime opportunity to set the tone for the year. For the Cubs, it’s the first chance to showcase their talent and test their mettle against a local opponent in a game that always carries extra weight. For the Dunham Tigers, it’s an equally critical test, providing a measuring stick against a formidable program before diving into their own schedule.

These non-conference games are often where seasons are forged. They are less about district standings and more about pride, preparation, and momentum. For fans in Baton Rouge, it’s a perfect chance to see two of the area’s top programs clash in a high-stakes atmosphere to open the fall sports season.

Mark your calendars and make plans to arrive early to secure a seat. This Thursday night showdown promises to deliver all the excitement and intensity that makes high school football in Louisiana a beloved tradition.

Don’t miss a minute of the action as these two teams hit the field and kick off a new year of Friday night lights—on a Thursday