The 2025 high school football season continues with a conference showdown as the Lakota West Firebirds travel to face the Hamilton Big Blue on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams sit at 1-1 overall, making this an early-season matchup with major implications in league standings.
Game Details
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Matchup: Lakota West (OH) @ Hamilton (OH)
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Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Hamilton High School, Hamilton, OH
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Lakota West Firebirds
The Firebirds enter Week 3 with a 1-1 record, ranked #204 nationally, #14 in Ohio, and #7 in Division. They’ve scored 41 points while giving up 27, averaging 20.5 points per game. After a strong conference win over Mason, Lakota West will look to keep momentum rolling behind its offensive playmakers.
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2025 Record: 1-1
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National Rank: #204
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State Rank (OH): #14
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Division Rank: #7
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Key to Win: Continue defensive discipline while opening up the passing attack to complement the run game.
Main Squad:
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Jackson Smith – QB
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Kenyon Norman – RB
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Tyson Davis – WR
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Marcus Reed – WR/DB
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Caleb Thompson – OL/DL
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Cameron Scott – LB
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Isaiah Johnson – DB
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Aiden Miller – DL
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Jordan Harris – WR
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Devin Carter – LB
Hamilton Big Blue
The Big Blue also stand at 1-1, ranked #1228 nationally, #75 in Ohio, and #30 in Division. They’ve outscored opponents 57-45, averaging 28.5 points per game. Hamilton picked up a dominant win over Sycamore in their opener, showcasing offensive balance and a strong home-field presence.
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2025 Record: 1-1
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National Rank: #1228
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State Rank (OH): #75
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Division Rank: #30
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Key to Win: Control possession with sustained drives and pressure Lakota West’s quarterback to disrupt rhythm.
Main Squad:
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Jayden Wilson – QB
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Elijah Foster – RB
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Jalen Carter – WR
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Marcus Long – WR/DB
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Brandon Hall – LB
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Xavier Lee – OL/DL
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Noah Scott – DB
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Tyler Johnson – RB
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Ethan Collins – LB
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Logan Harris – DL
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Division Rank | Overall Record |
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| Lakota West | #204 | #14 (OH) | #7 | 1-1 |
| Hamilton | #1228 | #75 (OH) | #30 | 1-1 |
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