The 2025 West Virginia high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as the Tug Valley Panthers host the Mingo Central Miners on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at 7:30 PM. Both teams will look to open their seasons with a strong performance under the lights.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Mingo Central (Matewan, WV) vs Tug Valley (Williamson, WV)
○ Date & Time: Thursday, August 28, 2025 – 7:30 PM
○ Location: Tug Valley High School, Williamson, WV
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Mingo Central Miners
The Miners begin the season ranked #8,694 nationally, #55 in West Virginia, and #13 in their class. With a motivated squad, Mingo Central will aim to kick off their season with a road victory against their southern rivals.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #8,694
○ State Rank: #55 (WV)
○ Class Rank: #13
○ Strengths: Determined roster, offensive potential, rivalry intensity
○ Key to Win: Limit mistakes and control the tempo in a hostile environment
Tug Valley Panthers
The Panthers enter ranked #10,064 nationally, #64 in West Virginia, and #8 in their class. With home-field advantage, Tug Valley will look to use energy and crowd support to start the season on a high note.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #10,064
○ State Rank: #64 (WV)
○ Class Rank: #8
○ Strengths: Home crowd support, resilient team, defensive toughness
○ Key to Win: Contain Mingo Central’s playmakers and capitalize on scoring chances
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mingo Central Miners | 8,694 | 55 (WV) | 13 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tug Valley Panthers | 10,064 | 64 (WV) | 8 | 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.