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Two of Tennessee’s top-ranked high school football programs will square off Thursday evening in Chattanooga. No. 13 Baylor School will host No. 18 Brentwood Academy at Heywood Stadium, with the matchup airing nationally on ESPN2 at 8 p.m. EDT. The contest marks the season opener for both squads and will be available for streaming through ESPN’s digital platform.
The game carries particular significance for University of Tennessee’s recruiting efforts, as three of the program’s 2027 verbal commitments will be competing on the field. Baylor School features five-star running back David Gabriel Georges, while Brentwood Academy boasts two Volunteer pledges: four-star wide receiver Kesean Bowman and four-star linebacker Kenneth Simon II. The presence of these three prospects provides an opportunity to observe potential future contributors to the Vols’ roster.
Both programs enter the matchup as preseason ranked opponents according to the USA TODAY Sports preseason Super 25 national high school football poll. The Thursday night showdown is expected to be a competitive affair between two of the region’s established football powerhouses, setting an early-season tone for both teams as they pursue championship aspirations.
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