The 2025 high school football season continues with a non-conference clash as the Southwest SD Raiders host the Bettye Davis East Anchorage Thunderbirds on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 6:30 PM in San Diego, CA. Both teams are searching for their first win of the season, making this an important early-season test.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Bettye Davis East Anchorage (Anchorage, AK) vs Southwest SD (San Diego, CA)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 6:30 PM
○ Location: Hilltop High School, San Diego, CA
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Bettye Davis East Anchorage Thunderbirds
The Thunderbirds come in ranked #8,450 nationally, #11 in Alaska, and #8 in their class. Despite an 0-2 start, they have shown flashes of offensive production but need defensive improvement to turn the tide.
○ 2025 Record: 0-2
○ National Rank: #8,450
○ State Rank: #11 (AK)
○ Class Rank: #8
○ Strengths: Offensive scoring ability, athletic skill players, motivated to rebound
○ Key to Win: Tighten defensive gaps and sustain offensive drives
Southwest SD Raiders
The Raiders enter ranked #13,080 nationally, #939 in California, and #82 in their section. After dropping their opener, Southwest SD will look to lean on their defense and home-field advantage to secure their first victory.
○ 2025 Record: 0-1
○ National Rank: #13,080
○ State Rank: #939 (CA)
○ Section Rank: #82
○ Division Rank: #79
○ Strengths: Physical defense, home-field advantage, resilient roster
○ Key to Win: Limit big plays and capitalize on scoring opportunities
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class/Section Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bettye Davis East Anchorage Thunderbirds | 8,450 | 11 (AK) | 8 | 0-2 | 42 | 83 |
| Southwest SD Raiders | 13,080 | 939 (CA) | Sec. #82 / Div. #79 | 0-1 | 19 | 40 |
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