High School Football: How to watch No. 15 St. Joseph's Prep vs. No. 17 American Heritage

Friday night, the national high school football spotlight shines on South Florida for a can’t-miss showdown. No. 4 St. Joseph’s Prep travels south to face No. 17 American Heritage in what promises to be an interstate clash of titans at the Broward County High School National Football Showcase. This game is more than just a contest; it’s a battle of powerhouse programs vying for national recognition.

American Heritage, a Florida football juggernaut, enters the game with a roster brimming with Power Four talent, ready to defend their home state. They’ll look to their key playmakers, like five-star Texas quarterback commit Dia Bell, to set the tone early and establish dominance against a tough opponent.

St. Joseph’s Prep, a Pennsylvania power, brings its own stable of college-bound athletes eager to prove their mettle on a national stage. Expect a hard-fought battle as they aim to showcase their talent and secure a statement road victory against a ranked opponent.

Hawks to Watch

The St. Joseph’s Prep Hawks have nine players on their roster that have received Power Four offers, with two seniors having already made verbal commitments.

QB Charlie Foulke: Pennsylvania’s reigning 6A Player of the Year threw for 2,481 yards and 30 touchdowns as a sophomore last season. Foulke is ranked as the No. 34 quarterback in the junior class by the Rivals Industry Rankings, an equally weighted formula that utilizes the three major recruiting services.

WR Jett Harrison: The son of NFL Hall of Fame receiver Marvin Harrison, Jett is one of the top sophomore players in the country. His college recruitment has taken off, with offers already in from programs such as Duke, Ohio State and Tennessee. Harrison is ranked as the No. 6 overall prospect and No. 1 prospect in Pennsylvania according to the Rivals Industry Rankings.

DL Alex Haskell: The three-star senior was a first-team all-conference selection as a junior for St. Joseph’s in 2024. Haskell is ranked as the No. 17 prospect in Pennsylvania according to the Rivals Industry Rankings. He committed to Penn State in May.

CB Simaj Hill: The 6-foot, 160-pound standout flipped from James Madison to West Virginia in June. Hill is ranked as the No. 41 prospect in Pennsylvania according to the Rivals Industry Rankings.

LB Brandon Lockley: The four-star junior enters the 2025 season ranked as the No. 11 prospect in Pennsylvania. Lockley holds offers from programs such as Michigan, Oklahoma, Penn State and Tennessee.

Patriots to Watch

The American Heritage Patriots have nine players on their roster that have already locked in commitments to FBS programs, including four pledges to Power Four programs.

QB Dia Bell: The five-star senior threw two touchdowns in the Patriots’ 23-14 exhibition win over McArthur last week. Bell is ranked No. 4 overall and the No. 1 quarterback in his class. He is committed to Texas.

WR Brandon Bennett: The four-star prospect caught 24 passes for 509 yards and seven touchdowns as a junior. Bennett sustained a hamstring injury in Heritage’s Week 0 win over McArthur, so his status for Saturday’s matchup is uncertain. He is committed to Florida State.

LB Kymani Morales: The 6-foot, 185-pound defensive back committed to Georgia Tech in June over offers from UCF and USF. Morales is ranked as the No. 152 prospect in Florida.

WR Jeffar Jean-Noel: The three-star Georgia Tech commitment is ranked as the No. 99 prospect in the state of Florida. Jean-Noel caught 34 passes for 528 yards and five scores as a junior last fall.

CB Amare Nugent: The four-star junior is a newcomer to the American Heritage roster after transferring from Somerset Academy over the offseason. He holds offers from several Power Four programs, such as Florida, Florida State, Indiana, Miami and UCF.

How to Watch the St. Joseph’s Prep Hawks vs. American Heritage Patriots Football Game

Date: Friday, August 22
Time: 6 p.m. ET
Location: Brian Piccolo Stadium in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla.
TV Channel: ESPN2

Where to Watch the St. Joseph’s Prep Hawks vs. American Heritage Patriots Football Game on TV:

You can watch the St. Joseph’s Prep Hawks take on the American Heritage Patriots starting at 6 p.m. ET on ESPN2.

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