🏈 The Best High School Football Rivalries Near Norristown, PA (2025 Edition)

Ryan Ferrier
Aug 18
3 min read

Updated: Oct 1

When the leaves turn and the Friday night lights come on, Montgomery County comes alive with some of the most spirited high school football rivalries in Pennsylvania.

Whether you're an alum cheering from the stands or a parent bundling up for the season, these matchups bring local communities together like nothing else.

We’ve rounded up the biggest high school football rivalries near Norristown to get you ready for fall 2025 — complete with a bit of history, hometown pride, and the game dates you don’t want to miss.

🏟️ Norristown vs. Upper Merion

The Battle of the Bridge – This is as local as it gets.

These two schools sit just a few miles apart along the Schuylkill River, and students often know each other from youth sports or community ties.
The rivalry is fueled by a long history of tight games and bragging rights that last all year.
Expect big crowds, local media coverage, and a stadium packed with blue, white, and gold every time they meet.

📅 2025 Game Date: TBD – usually late October or early November.

🏆 Plymouth Whitemarsh vs. Wissahickon

Suburban One Showdown

This long-standing rivalry features two schools that have been battling for decades in the Suburban One League.
Plymouth Whitemarsh, known for its strong football tradition, often enters the game as the favorite — but Wissahickon has a history of pulling off the upset.
The student sections on both sides are electric, and the winner often earns major playoff momentum.

📅 2025 Game Date: TBD – look for an early October matchup.

🔥 Methacton vs. Perkiomen Valley

The PAC 10 Grudge Match

This is one of the fiercest rivalries in the Pioneer Athletic Conference, drawing huge crowds from Collegeville to Eagleville.
Perkiomen Valley has dominated in recent years, but Methacton always plays with heart, especially when defending their home turf.
It’s a classic “David vs. Goliath” setup that makes for exciting football no matter the standings.

📅 2025 Game Date: TBD – typically mid to late October.

🏅 Abington vs. Cheltenham

A Montgomery County Classic

These neighboring schools have been duking it out for over 90 years, making it one of the oldest rivalries in the region.
The game is more than just football — it’s a celebration of two strong communities with deep roots in the county.
Even when the teams are having tough seasons, this game always delivers grit, emotion, and a packed house.

📅 2025 Game Date: TBD – often played as a Thanksgiving Day or late-season special.

⚔️ La Salle College High School vs. St. Joseph’s Prep

The Catholic League Heavyweight Bout

Though not public schools, this Philadelphia-based rivalry spills into Montgomery County thanks to La Salle’s Wyndmoor campus and large local student base.
These two private school powerhouses routinely compete for the Catholic League title — and often, the state championship.
With Division I recruits on the field and elite coaching on the sidelines, this game has the feel of a small college showdown.

📅 2025 Game Date: TBD – usually played in October at a neutral site or Franklin Field.

🏁 Fall Fridays Are for Football

No matter which team you root for, there’s nothing like the energy of high school football in Montgomery County.

The rivalries run deep, the stadiums are packed, and the communities show up loud and proud.

At Packhorse Moving, we’re proud to serve the same neighborhoods that pack the bleachers every fall weekend.

From Norristown to Collegeville to Plymouth Meeting, we love being part of the local tradition — and helping families settle in just in time for kickoff.

Need help moving this fall? We’ll handle the heavy lifting — you just focus on getting to the game.