The 2025 Texas high school football season continues with a marquee non-conference matchup as the Lancaster Tigers travel to Fort Worth to face the highly ranked North Crowley Panthers on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams are opening their seasons and aiming to establish themselves as contenders.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Lancaster (Lancaster, TX) vs North Crowley (Fort Worth, TX)
○ Date & Time: Thursday, August 28, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Crowley ISD Multi-Purpose, Fort Worth, TX
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Lancaster Tigers
The Tigers start the year ranked #402 nationally, #69 in Texas, and #31 in their section. Lancaster enters this contest looking to challenge one of the state’s top programs with speed and defensive toughness.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #402
○ State Rank: #69 (TX)
○ Section Rank: #31
○ Strengths: Quick defense, athletic playmakers, hungry to upset a top-ranked opponent
○ Key to Win: Capitalize on turnovers and keep the game within reach
North Crowley Panthers
The Panthers come in highly ranked at #18 nationally, #2 in Texas, and #1 in their section. With elite athletes and championship-level depth, North Crowley begins their season with high expectations on both sides of the ball.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #18
○ State Rank: #2 (TX)
○ Section Rank: #1
○ Strengths: Explosive offense, suffocating defense, big-game experience
○ Key to Win: Dominate the line of scrimmage and control the game’s tempo
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Section Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lancaster Tigers | 402 | 69 (TX) | 31 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
| North Crowley Panthers | 18 | 2 (TX) | 1 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
Melvin Smith is a high school sports enthusiast with a passion for capturing the energy of student competitions. He enjoys sharing stories that celebrate athletes’ dedication and the community spirit of the game.