Here’s a game that high school football fans won’t want to miss.
An annual matchup with statewide intrigue and even nationwide interest, St. Joseph’s Prep vs. La Salle College is a must-see. And even if you can’t make it to famed Franklin Field, you don’t have to miss the action.
What makes St. Joseph’s Prep and La Salle so exciting?
The Hawks and Explorers, who both play in Class 6A, are perennial state title contenders, competing in the renowned Philadelphia Catholic League.
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How are St. Joe’s and La Salle faring in the 2025 football season?
La Salle is 4-1, with its lone loss occurring last week against PCL opponent Roman Catholic (39-36). The Explorers have wins against Calvert Hall (MD), Salesanium (DE), Central Catholic and Malvern Prep. They are averaging 35.4 points per game while giving up 21.8 per game.
St. Joe’s Prep is a surprising 2-3, but keep in mind it is playing nationally ranked teams, such as No. 4 DeMatha and No. 12 St. Frances Academy, and American Heritage, ranked No. 1 in Florida (4A). The Hawks have won their last two games against Father Judge and Our Lady of Good Counsel. They are averaging 30.6 points per game and allowing 22 per game.
In PA, most rankings have La Salle over St. Joe’s Prep, which is a change from recent seasons where the Hawks topped the lists.
When and where is Week 7’s La Salle-St. Joe’s Prep football game?
The game takes place on Saturday, Oct. 4 at Franklin Field (7:30) on the University of Pennsylvania campus.
How can fans watch La Salle-St. Joe’s Prep game?
Take in the game at historic Franklin Field by purchasing tickets online for $11.50 each.
La Salle Alumni Association is also hosting a Gameday Live! Tailgate on the South Green Lawn starting at 4 p.m. Tickets are $45 for the event.
If you can’t make it in person, you can still watch the game live. Bob Long Sports, the official broadcasting partner of La Salle athletics, will be calling the game on YouTube. If you’re a Hawks fan, WSJP, the St. Joe's Prep Student Broadcasting Club, will also be broadcasting the game on its YouTube channel.
What happened in last year’s La Salle-St. Joe’s Prep matchups?
The two teams typically play in the regular season as well as the playoffs, as was the case last season.
In their regular season matchup, La Salle edged the Hawks, 35-34, in an instant-classic, four-overtime thriller. But St. Joe's Prep defeated the Explorers, 21-14, in the Philadelphia Catholic League Red Division Class 6A title game and went on to win the PIAA Class 6A state championship. It was the Hawks’ third consecutive state title, ninth overall and the ninth straight time they made the 6A championship game.
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