Week 2 of the 2025 high school football season features a cross-state matchup as the Thomas Walker Pioneers (Ewing, VA) travel south to face the Cumberland Gap Panthers (TN). The game is set for Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM at Cumberland Gap High School. Thomas Walker opens its season, while Cumberland Gap looks to build momentum after a strong shutout victory in Week 1.
Game Details
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Matchup: Thomas Walker (VA) @ Cumberland Gap (TN)
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Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Cumberland Gap High School – Cumberland Gap, TN
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Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Thomas Walker Pioneers
The Pioneers begin their 2025 campaign on the road. Ranked #12,973 nationally and #320 in Virginia, Thomas Walker will be tested early against a Cumberland Gap squad that already has a win under its belt. Discipline and execution will be crucial if they hope to pull off a road upset.
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2025 Record: 0-0 (season opener)
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National Rank: #12,973
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State Rank (VA): #320
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Key to Win: Limit turnovers, control the tempo with the ground game, and avoid giving Cumberland Gap big-play opportunities.
Main Squad (Projected Leaders):
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QB – Landon Harris – dual-threat with poise under pressure
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RB – Austin Bailey – power runner and offensive anchor
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WR – Tyler Moore – deep threat with reliable hands
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LB – Cody Lawson – defensive captain and leading tackler
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DB – Ethan Collins – quick in coverage, opportunistic playmaker
Cumberland Gap Panthers
The Panthers opened their season with an 18-0 shutout victory, setting the tone for what they hope will be a breakthrough year. Ranked #13,577 nationally and #348 in Tennessee, Cumberland Gap is determined to defend home turf and ride early momentum. Their defensive toughness and ability to finish drives will be the key.
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2025 Record: 1-0
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National Rank: #13,577
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State Rank (TN): #348
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Key to Win: Build on defensive dominance, sustain offensive drives, and use home-field advantage to control the pace.
Main Squad (Projected Leaders):
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QB – Mason Turner – steady passer, capable of extending plays
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RB – Isaiah Daniels – explosive runner, threat in open space
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WR – Carter Hughes – reliable receiver with speed after the catch
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LB – Brandon Scott – cornerstone of the defense, physical tackler
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DL – Jacob Parker – disruptive force at the line of scrimmage
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Record | PF | PA |
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| Thomas Walker | #12,973 | #320 (VA) | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
| Cumberland Gap | #13,577 | #348 (TN) | 1-0 | 18 | 0 |
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