Welcome to L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium, where the Saint Xavier Tigers host the Trinity Shamrocks. In a historic rivalry that began in 1956, this matchup is one of over 100 featured games in the 23rd season of the Great American Rivalry Series. 

In their 81 prior meetings, the two teams have been incredibly competitive, and this game is known as one of the largest high school football rivalries in the state of Kentucky. Currently, the Shamrocks hold a narrow 51-41-2 lead over the Tigers, The eventual state champions, Trinity got back on track in the rivalry after losing in 2024, winning the 2025 matchup 35-24. 

Notable players who have participated in this series include Desmond Ridder (Saint Xavier) and Rondale Moore (Trinity), both of whom are NFL products.  

Mark your calendars for September 25th, as 17,000 fans will watch the 95th installment of “The Game.” 

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MVP

Ashton Taylor
Trinity

SCHOLAR ATHLETES

Gus Sexton

St. Xavier

Gus has earned straight A’s throughout high school and has consistently been named to the St. Xavier Principal’s List. He carries a weighted cumulative GPA of 5.12 while challenging himself with a rigorous schedule of AP courses. He is active in the Ryken Service Club, National Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society, Student Activities Council, Xavier Scholars, and the Xavier Leadership Institute. Gus is still exploring his college and career plans, but he looks forward to continuing his academic and leadership journey after graduation.
Jack Harm

Trinity

Jack is a 4-year member of the Trinity Football program. He was awarded a Steinhauser Scholar Award when taking the placement test as an 8th grader and received the Archbishop Kelly Merit Scholarship Award for his academic achievements thus far. Jack is also a proud member of the Math League Team and was the Champion among the Juniors in the Louisville region last year. As a current member of the Trinity National Honor Society and the Academic All-State First Team for the past 2 years, he also enjoys tutoring students weekly in Algebra and Chemistry. After high school, Jack is hoping to attend the US Air Force Academy or the US Coast Guard Academy while also considering playing college football at the Division 3 level.

GAME SUMMARY

“The Game” took place under the lights of L&N Stadium, bringing the two Louisville rivals together for the 96th meeting. This historic rivalry is built on tradition, pride and bragging rights. Trinity came out firing and never looked back, dominating St. Xavier 44-0. The Shamrocks jumped out to a 30-0 halftime lead and controlled the game on both sides of the ball, continuing their recent run of success. Trinity’s offense rolled up 350 yards, while the defense held the Tigers to just 41 yards of total offense. Quarterback Zane Johnson threw for 311 yards and four touchdowns as the Shamrocks controlled the game from start to finish. Junior Running Back, Ashton Taylor, earned MVP honors after scoring three touchdowns, including a 34-yard rushing touchdown and two touchdown receptions, helping Trinity secure another statement victory in one of Kentucky high school football’s biggest rivalries.