The 2025 Arizona high school football season begins with a non-conference matchup as the Cienega Bobcats host the Buena Colts on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM in Vail, AZ. Both teams enter their openers with high expectations and will look to start the season strong.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Buena (Sierra Vista, AZ) vs Cienega (Vail, AZ)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Cienega High School, Vail, AZ
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Buena Colts
The Colts enter ranked #3,407 nationally, #60 in Arizona, and #21 in their division. With a fresh season ahead, Buena will look to leverage their strong roster and set the tone with a road win.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #3,407
○ State Rank: #60 (AZ)
○ Division Rank: #21
○ Strengths: Talented roster, solid fundamentals, poised to contend
○ Key to Win: Establish a strong ground game and limit penalties
Cienega Bobcats
The Bobcats come in ranked #4,004 nationally, #69 in Arizona, and #23 in their division. Playing at home, Cienega will aim to open the season with a complete performance on both sides of the ball.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #4,004
○ State Rank: #69 (AZ)
○ Division Rank: #23
○ Strengths: Balanced lineup, home-field advantage, depth across positions
○ Key to Win: Control tempo and capitalize on offensive opportunities
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Division Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buena Colts | 3,407 | 60 (AZ) | 21 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
| Cienega Bobcats | 4,004 | 69 (AZ) | 23 | 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.