The 2025 season continues with a Rockbridge County Wildcats (Lexington, VA) vs. Parry McCluer Fighting Blues (Buena Vista, VA) non-conference matchup on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams are looking to start fresh and make a statement in their season opener. This game will also serve as an early measuring stick for two programs eager to climb the Virginia rankings.
Game Details
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Matchup: Rockbridge County (VA) @ Parry McCluer (VA)
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Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Parry McCluer High School, Buena Vista, VA
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Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Rockbridge County Wildcats
The Wildcats enter 2025 ranked #307 in Virginia, seeking to improve after a rebuilding 2024 campaign. With plenty of young talent and a desire to start strong, Rockbridge County will need to establish consistency on offense and hold firm defensively against a Parry McCluer team looking to protect its home field.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #12,301
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State Rank (VA): #307
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Division Rank: #52
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Points For: 0.0 per game
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Points Against: 0.0 per game
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Key to Win: Control time of possession, limit turnovers, and capitalize on scoring opportunities.
Main Squad (expected contributors):
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Returning starters from offensive line (anchor of the attack)
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Dual-threat QB (expected to lead with mobility and arm strength)
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WR/DB core (both sides of the ball impact)
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Defensive front seven (pressure and run-stopping ability will be critical).
Parry McCluer Fighting Blues
The Fighting Blues come into the season ranked #297 in Virginia, just ahead of Rockbridge, and bring momentum from a competitive 2024. Playing at home, they’ll aim to set the tone early with a physical rushing attack and disciplined defensive effort. Their home crowd advantage could be key in this evenly matched opener.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #11,937
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State Rank (VA): #297
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Division Rank: #25
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Points For: 0.0 per game
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Points Against: 0.0 per game
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Key to Win: Lean on the run game, protect their QB, and pressure Rockbridge County’s young offense into mistakes.
Main Squad (expected contributors):
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Veteran RB core (ground game focus)
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Experienced OL (anchor of offensive production)
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Defensive backs (key in containing passing plays)
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Special teams unit (field position could swing the outcome).
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Division Rank | 2025 Record | PF | PA |
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| Rockbridge County | #12,301 | #307 (VA) | #52 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
| Parry McCluer | #11,937 | #297 (VA) | #25 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
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