The 2025 Arizona high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as the Desert Heights Prep Yote host the Valley Union Blue Devils on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM in Glendale, AZ. Desert Heights Prep looks to build on their season-opening win, while Valley Union seeks to bounce back from a tough loss.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Valley Union (Elfrida, AZ) vs Desert Heights Prep (Glendale, AZ)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Desert Heights Prep, Glendale, AZ
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Valley Union Blue Devils
The Blue Devils enter the matchup at 0-1 after a difficult opening loss. Looking to regroup, Valley Union will aim to improve defensively while establishing more consistency on offense.
○ 2025 Record: 0-1
○ National Rank: N/A
○ State Rank: N/A
○ Division/Region Rank: N/A
○ Strengths: Gritty roster, motivated to rebound, potential in run game
○ Key to Win: Strengthen defensive stops and sustain offensive drives
Desert Heights Prep Yote
The Yote come in at 1-0 after an offensive shootout win, scoring 66 points in their opener. Playing at home, Desert Heights Prep will look to carry that momentum into their second contest.
○ 2025 Record: 1-0
○ National Rank: N/A
○ State Rank: N/A
○ Division/Region Rank: N/A
○ Strengths: Explosive offense, confidence from opener, versatile playmakers
○ Key to Win: Keep offensive pace high and tighten up defensive coverage
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Division/Region Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valley Union Blue Devils | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0-1 | 0 | 58 |
| Desert Heights Prep Yote | N/A | N/A | N/A | 1-0 | 66 | 50 |
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.