The Sporting News' No. 5-ranked high school football team officially kicks off its season with a high-profile showdown in Alabama.
IMG, which just took down The First Academy 41-17, takes on Hoover in the ESPN High School Football Kickoff.
Last week, IMG was led by running back Le’Khy Thompkins and receiver Eric McFarland, who combined for six touchdowns in the team's preseason match.
Hoover, who went to the Alabama 7A semifinals in 2024, returned key players including defensive end Tyson Bacon and receiver Jonah Winston.
Here's everything you need to know about Hoover vs. IMG, including TV and streaming information.
How to watch Hoover vs. IMG football
- TV channel: ESPN2
- Live stream: Fubo
Hoover vs. IMG will air nationally on ESPN2. Fans can also stream the game on Fubo.
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Hoover vs. IMG start time
- Date: Friday, Aug. 22
- Time: 9 p.m.
Hoover vs. IMG will kickoff at 8 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 22, at the Hoover Metropolitan Complex in Hoover, Alabama.
Hoover 2025 football schedule
Here are Hoover's five upcoming games.
| Date | Game | Time (ET) |
| Aug. 29 | at Spain Park | 7 p.m. |
| Sept. 5 | vs. Hillcrest | 7 p.m. |
| Sept. 12 | vs. Hewitt-Trussville | 7 p.m. |
| Sept. 19 | at Prattville | 7 p.m. |
| Sept. 26 | at Parker | 7 p.m. |
IMG 2025 football schedule
Here are IMG's five upcoming games.
| Date | Game | Time (ET) |
| Aug. 28 | at Winslow Township | 7 p.m. |
| Sept. 13 | at Coronado | 3 p.m. |
| Sept. 19 | at Mandarin | 7 p.m. |
| Sept. 26 | at Central | 8 p.m. |
| Oct. 3 | at Venice | 7:30 p.m. |