St. Augustine to Face Faith Academy on October 24
The two six-man football teams will meet at Lutheran High School for a Week 9 matchup.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Football
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St. Augustine and Faith Academy are set to square off in a six-man football contest on October 24, 2026. The game will be hosted at the neutral site of Lutheran High School in San Antonio.
Why it matters
With playoff berths on the line, every late-season game carries significant weight for district standings. Only two teams from the district will ultimately advance to the postseason bracket.
Faith Academy enters with a 5-3 season record and has scored at least 50 points in every district game, while St. Augustine holds a 2-4 overall record. Faith Academy has allowed only three touchdowns across its three district appearances.
The players
St. Augustine
This is a competitive six-man football team currently holding a 2-4 overall record.
Faith Academy
This is a high school football program that maintains a 3-0 undefeated record in district play.
The details
Faith Academy has dominated its district competition, while St. Augustine looks to improve upon recent performance setbacks, including a 44-6 loss to Round Rock Christian Academy. The match at Lutheran High School serves as a critical test for both programs as the season nears its conclusion.
Timeline
October 24, 2026: The game between St. Augustine and Faith Academy.
Season Trajectory
The result of this game will directly influence the tight race for the two available playoff spots allotted by the TAPPS District 3 six-man football playoff qualification rules. A win for either side could prove decisive in determining which programs continue their season into the postseason.
Faith Academy's offensive production remains the primary metric to watch, as they have consistently exceeded 50 points per district outing. St. Augustine must improve on defensive stops to avoid a repeat of their recent 44-6 loss to remain competitive.
The takeaway
This game highlights the competitive nature of district play where only top-performing teams secure a postseason spot. Spectators should monitor the scoreboard to see if Faith Academy maintains its high-scoring offensive pace against St. Augustine.
Further reading
For more updates on local high school sports, check out our San Antonio Football section.
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