Roosevelt vs Indian Valley (Ohio) High School Football Game Preview, Main Roster & Record – September 5, 2025

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The Roosevelt Roughriders (Washington, DC) hit the road to Ohio for a non-conference showdown against the surging Indian Valley Braves (Gnadenhutten, OH). Roosevelt is looking to rebound after a tough opening loss, while Indian Valley enters at 2-0, boasting a high-powered rushing attack and stout defense. Kickoff is scheduled for Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM at Indian Valley High School.

Game Details

  • Matchup: Roosevelt (DC) @ Indian Valley (OH)

  • Date & Time: Friday, September 5, 2025 – 7:00 PM

  • Location: Indian Valley High School, Gnadenhutten, OH

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Roosevelt Roughriders

Roosevelt comes into this contest at 0-1, ranked #3,702 nationally and #8 in Washington, DC. The Roughriders put up 18 points in their opener but surrendered 37, showing promise offensively but needing more defensive stops to stay competitive against Indian Valley’s ground game.

  • 2025 Record: 0-1

  • National Rank: #3,702

  • State Rank (DC): #8

  • Key to Win: Protect the football, tighten up defensively, and capitalize on early scoring chances to keep pace with the Braves.

Main Squad:

  • Darius Holloway – QB

  • Malik Jefferson – RB

  • Jamari Thompson – WR

  • Cameron Davis – LB

  • Jordan Carter – DB

  • Elijah Moore – WR/DB

  • Andre Williams – DL

  • Marcus Hill – OL

  • Shawn Taylor – LB

  • Isaiah Johnson – RB/DB

Indian Valley Braves

Indian Valley has made an early statement this season, standing at 2-0, ranked #476 nationally and #31 in Ohio. With a dominant rushing attack averaging 339 yards per game, the Braves are grinding down defenses while their own defense has allowed just 21 total points across two games.

  • 2025 Record: 2-0

  • National Rank: #476

  • State Rank (OH): #31

  • Key to Win: Keep feeding the ground game, control time of possession, and force Roosevelt into long passing downs.

Main Squad:

  • Grady Kinsey – RB/LB

  • Ryker Williams – QB

  • Colt James – WR/DB

  • Caleb Snyder – OL/DL

  • Owen Miller – TE/LB

  • Landon Parker – RB

  • Ethan Roberts – WR

  • Jacob Hill – LB

  • Aiden Harris – OL

  • Logan Carter – DL

Rankings & Records

Team National Rank State Rank Overall Record
Roosevelt #3,702 #8 (DC) 0-1
Indian Valley #476 #31 (OH) 2-0
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