Prince Avenue Christian topped Callaway 40-17 to open the 2025 GHSA football season and kick off the 34th Kell-Hunter Classic at Kell Stadium in Marietta. The Wolverines, who had struggled early in the season, regrouped after two hours of weather delays in the second half and pulled away for the win over the Cavaliers.
This matchup served as the first game of the Corky Kell series, with the Kell-Hunter Classic featuring 11 games through Saturday at Kell Stadium, Rome Barron Stadium, and Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The tournament remains a marquee start to the high school football season, drawing strong crowds and providing a showcase for teams across the region.
Key notes:
– Score: Prince Avenue Christian 40, Callaway 17
– Location: Kell Stadium, Marietta
– Event: 34th Kell-Hunter Classic, first game of the Corky Kell series
– Tempo shift: Weather delays paused play for about two hours in the second half, after which Prince Avenue Christian surged to the win.
This result gives Prince Avenue Christian early-season momentum as the GHSA slate unfolds, while Callaway looks to rebound from a challenging opening night. Both programs will carry the lessons from a distinctive start to the season as they return to regular-season play.