The 2025 high school football season heats up as the Goochland Bulldogs hit the road to take on the Nottoway Cougars in a non-conference matchup on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams open their seasons with hopes of building early momentum, and this cross-county battle promises a competitive atmosphere under the Friday night lights.
Game Details
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Matchup: Goochland (VA) @ Nottoway (VA)
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Date & Time: 8/29/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Nottoway High School, Nottoway, VA
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Goochland Bulldogs
The Bulldogs look to make a strong statement in their 2025 opener after spending last year competing against several tough regional opponents. Goochland enters the season ranked #11,084 nationally and #274 in Virginia, and will rely on their ground-and-pound style combined with disciplined defense to control the game’s tempo.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #11,084
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State Rank (VA): #274
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Key to Win: Establish the run game early and avoid costly penalties on the road.
Main Squad
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Jaylen Carter – RB/DB
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Malik Johnson – QB
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Ethan Thomas – WR/DB
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Caleb Foster – OL/DL
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Derrick Banks – LB
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Logan Perry – TE/DE
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Tyrese Hall – DB/WR
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Hunter Mills – OL/DL
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Micah Ellis – LB
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Jordan Wright – WR/KR
Nottoway Cougars
The Cougars open their season at home and look to build off last year’s flashes of defensive toughness. Ranked #11,970 nationally and #299 in Virginia, Nottoway must capitalize on home-field advantage and find offensive consistency to keep pace with Goochland’s physical style.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #11,970
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State Rank (VA): #299
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Key to Win: Control possession with balanced offense and win the battle at the line of scrimmage.
Main Squad
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Kameron Price – QB/DB
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Tyrell Jackson – RB/FS
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Jaden Morton – WR/DB
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Marcus Hall – LB
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Devin Carter – WR/CB
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Caleb Johnson – RB/LB
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Xavier Powell – OL/DL
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Landon Brooks – OL/DL
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Chris Turner – WR/DB
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Braylon Morris – TE/LB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
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| Goochland | #11,084 | #274 | 0-0 |
| Nottoway | #11,970 | #299 | 0-0 |
Abu Sayem is a sports enthusiast and writer who enjoys sharing stories about high school athletics. He is passionate about celebrating the teamwork, dedication, and spirit of young athletes.
