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title: "John Paul II vs. Cardinal Newman — Football Game Day — Columbia, SC — Oct 30, 2026"
url: https://www.hereirmo.com/2026/10/30/john-paul-ii-vs-cardinal-newman-football-2026-10-30/
date: 2026-10-30T07:40:14-04:00
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# John Paul II vs. Cardinal Newman — Football Game Day — Columbia, SC — Oct 30, 2026

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  PRE-GAME
  HIGH SCHOOL · Columbia, SC · 7:30 PM · Friday, October 30, 2026 
  
    
      John Paul II
      Away
      —
    
    
      vs
    
    
      Cardinal Newman
      Home
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      HIGH SCHOOL · Football · Irmo
      John Paul II vs. Cardinal Newman — *Friday, October 30, 2026*
      
      

HEREIrmo is your go-to source for everything about this upcoming Football showdown between the John Paul II and the Cardinal Newman. This high school matchup promises competitive action in Columbia, SC.

      

Get ready for game time. Both teams will be looking to make a statement, and the outcome could have implications for standings and postseason positioning.

      

Follow along at [hereirmo.com](/) for live updates throughout the game. Post-game coverage, final scores, and highlights will be published shortly after the final whistle.

    
    
      
        Game At A Glance
        
          DateOctober 30, 2026
          Tip-Off7:30 PM
          LocationCardinal Newman Stadium, Columbia, SC
          DivisionHigh School — Football
          SportFootball
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## What’s Happening

  

**When and where is this happening?**
Friday, October 30, 2026 at 7:30 PM ET. The game takes place at Cardinal Newman Stadium, Columbia, SC.

  

**Who is playing?**
John Paul II faces Cardinal Newman in High School Football.

  

**Why does this matter to Irmo?**
This matchup features local teams competing in the Irmo area with direct implications for standings and community pride.

  

**What should fans know?**
Arrive early for best seating. Tweet with #JohnPaulIivsCardinalNewman_1030 for your posts to appear on this page live. Check back at [hereirmo.com](/) for post-game coverage.

  

**How do I follow this game live?**
Use the hashtag #JohnPaulIivsCardinalNewman_1030 on X/Twitter. Fan posts from both sides appear in the Live Fan Feeds section above. Submit photos and highlights directly through our site.