ATLANTA — The third installment of the 2026 MaxPreps Game of the Week series features a big interstate matchup on Friday, September 4, when Saint Joseph’s Preparatory School (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) He goes on the road to face No. 14 Brentwood Academy (Brentwood, Tennessee).
St. Joseph’s Prep has established itself as one of the leading powers in the Northeast, winning nine state titles since 2013 and producing stars like Marvin Harrison Jr., DeAndre Swift, and Jeremiah Trotter Jr.
Brentwood Academy is a 14-time state champion in Tennessee dating back to 1974. All-Pro cornerback Jalen Ramsey and Buffalo Bills tight end Dawson Knox both came out of the Nashville-area school in recent years.
St. Joseph’s Preparatory School at No. 14 Brentwood Academy
date: Friday, September 4, 2026
time: 7 pm Cairo time
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location: Brentwood Academy
MaxPreps Game of the Week showcases the best high school football plays in the country while celebrating the athletes, coaches and communities that make Friday nights special. Throughout game week, MaxPreps will provide comprehensive coverage, including feature stories, player profiles, rankings analysis, photography, videos, social media content and complete coverage of the game.
“St. Joseph’s Prep and Brentwood Academy have built championship traditions in their respective regions and this game gives fans a chance to see two elite programs compete on a national stage,” said Steve Montoya, director of content at MaxPreps.
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