The Episcopal High School varsity football team from Alexandria, VA, will host a non-conference game against Maret School from Washington, DC, today at 8:00 p.m.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: Virginia High School Football
Who: Episcopal (VA) vs Maret (VA)
When: today, October 28, 2024
Time: 8:00 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network
How to watch: Fans can subscribe to NFHS Sports Network, a nationwide streaming platform for more than 9,000 high school sports. You can find the list of available schools here.
How much does it cost: An annual subscription cost $79.99, or you can pay monthly for $11.99 per month.
Can you watch it on your phone or TV? NFHS Network is available on smart TVs like Apple TV, Roku, Amazon Fire and Google Chromecast, as well as on iOS and Android smart phones.
Top 25 VA High School Football Rankings (MaxPreps)
The current state rankings highlight the top-performing high school football teams, with Maury (Norfolk) leading the pack with an unbeaten record of 8-0 and a strong rating of 51.80. Oscar Smith (Chesapeake) follows closely, also undefeated at 8-0, but with a lower rating of 47.10. Notably, Liberty Christian (Lynchburg) remains undefeated as well at 7-0. The rankings not only reflect overall records but also include strength of schedule metrics, where teams like Woodberry Forest and King’s Fork have shown significant strength in their games. The rankings indicate a competitive landscape in Virginia high school football this season.
| # | School | Ovr. | Rating | Str. | +/− |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maury (Norfolk) | 8-0 | 51.80 | 0.7 | — |
| 2 | Oscar Smith (Chesapeake) | 8-0 | 47.10 | 15.1 | — |
| 3 | Woodberry Forest | 6-0 | 41.80 | 18.2 | — |
| 4 | Battlefield (Haymarket) | 8-0 | 39.00 | -5.6 | — |
| 5 | Phoebus (Hampton) | 8-0 | 38.10 | -1.9 | — |
| 6 | King’s Fork (Suffolk) | 7-1 | 37.50 | 11.5 | — |
| 7 | St. Michael the Archangel (Fredericksburg) | 7-1 | 36.40 | 17.5 | — |
| 8 | Liberty Christian (Lynchburg) | 7-0 | 33.40 | 6.6 | +4 |
| 9 | Highland Springs | 6-2 | 33.20 | 16.3 | +4 |
| 10 | Dinwiddie | 7-1 | 32.70 | 13.1 | — |
| 11 | Varina (Richmond) | 6-1 | 31.60 | 12.5 | +3 |
| 12 | Warwick (Newport News) | 9-0 | 31.50 | -7.3 | +8 |
| 13 | Huguenot (Richmond) | 8-0 | 30.90 | -6.1 | -2 |
| 14 | James Madison (Vienna) | 8-0 | 30.80 | 3.7 | -5 |
| 15 | Matoaca (Chesterfield) | 8-0 | 30.70 | 0.6 | — |
| 16 | Nansemond River (Suffolk) | 6-2 | 29.80 | 17.6 | +3 |
| 17 | Fleming (Roanoke) | 8-0 | 29.40 | -3.4 | +1 |
| 18 | Patriot (Nokesville) | 7-1 | 29.30 | 1.4 | +11 |
| 19 | Benedictine (Richmond) | 6-3 | 28.30 | 19.0 | -2 |
| 20 | North Stafford (Stafford) | 6-2 | 28.20 | 18.7 | -4 |
| 21 | Stafford (Falmouth) | 7-1 | 28.10 | 9.5 | -13 |
| 22 | Indian River (Chesapeake) | 5-3 | 27.20 | 17.5 | +1 |
| 23 | Glen Allen | 7-1 | 25.60 | 7.0 | +2 |
| 24 | Green Run (Virginia Beach) | 9-0 | 25.50 | -8.7 | -3 |
| 25 | Gainesville | 6-2 | 25.50 | 6.2 | +7 |
Top 25 High School Football Rankings (MaxPreps)
The national high school football rankings showcase strong competition among top teams across the U.S. California, with schools like Mater Dei and St. John Bosco, has the highest presence in the top rankings, indicating the strength of high school football in the state. Georgia also stands out, represented by teams such as Milton and Carrollton. Texas contributes numerous top-tier teams, including Duncanville and North Shore, reflecting its deep football culture. Schools such as IMG Academy and Bishop Gorman further highlight elite programs that consistently maintain high rankings.
| # | School | State | Ovr. | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mater Dei (Santa Ana) | CA | 7-0 | — |
| 2 | St. John Bosco (Bellflower) | CA | 8-0 | — |
| 3 | Milton | GA | 8-0 | — |
| 4 | Duncanville | TX | 6-0 | — |
| 5 | Bishop Gorman (Las Vegas) | NV | 7-1 | — |
| 6 | IMG Academy (Bradenton) | FL | 5-1 | — |
| 7 | Carrollton | GA | 9-0 | — |
| 8 | North Shore (Houston) | TX | 7-0 | — |
| 9 | Mission Viejo | CA | 8-0 | — |
| 10 | North Crowley (Fort Worth) | TX | 7-0 | — |
| 11 | Archbishop Spalding (Severn) | MD | 8-0 | — |
| 12 | Buford | GA | 7-1 | — |
| 13 | Boyle County (Danville) | KY | 8-0 | — |
| 14 | Lakeland | FL | 6-0 | — |
| 15 | Orange Lutheran (Orange) | CA | 6-2 | — |
| 16 | Atascocita (Humble) | TX | 7-0 | — |
| 17 | Chaminade-Madonna (Hollywood) | FL | 7-2 | — |
| 18 | Venice | FL | 7-1 | — |
| 19 | Corner Canyon (Draper) | UT | 9-1 | — |
| 20 | Bergen Catholic (Oradell) | NJ | 6-1 | — |
| 21 | St. Thomas Aquinas (Fort Lauderdale) | FL | 7-2 | — |
| 22 | De La Salle (Concord) | CA | 7-0 | — |
| 23 | Centennial (Corona) | CA | 6-2 | — |
| 24 | DeMatha (Hyattsville) | MD | 6-1 | — |
| 25 | DeSoto | TX | 5-2 | — |
