The 2025 high school football season brings a powerhouse interstate showdown as Columbus (Miami, FL) travels north to face Our Lady of Good Counsel (Olney, MD) on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The matchup at Good Counsel High School pairs two top-200 nationally ranked programs, both looking to open their seasons with a statement victory.
Game Details
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Matchup: Columbus (FL) @ Our Lady of Good Counsel (MD)
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Date & Time: 8/29/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Good Counsel High School, Olney, MD
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Columbus Explorers
The Explorers enter 2025 with momentum, ranked #190 nationally, #20 in Florida, and #3 in their class. Known for their speed and depth, Columbus thrives on balanced offense and strong defensive pursuit. Facing a top-tier Maryland opponent, they’ll need to establish tempo and take advantage of their athletic playmakers.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #190
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State Rank (FL): #20
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Class Rank: #3
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Key to Win: Spread the field offensively, win the turnover battle, and contain Good Counsel’s ground game.
Main Squad:
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Daniel Perez – QB
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Jaden Miller – RB
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Carlos Rivera – WR
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Jordan Castillo – WR
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Anthony Morales – TE
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Marcus Lopez – OL
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Isaiah Gonzalez – DL
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Ricardo Alvarez – LB
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David Santiago – DB
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Adrian Cruz – DB
Our Lady of Good Counsel Falcons
Good Counsel begins the 2025 season ranked #143 nationally and #4 in Maryland, once again proving to be one of the DMV’s most respected programs. Known for physical defense and a dynamic offense, the Falcons will rely on home-field advantage to set the tone. A disciplined effort will be required to handle Columbus’s speed and versatility.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #143
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State Rank (MD): #4
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Key to Win: Dominate in the trenches, use a balanced offensive attack, and force Columbus into long third downs.
Main Squad:
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Malik Robinson – QB
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Chris Thompson – RB
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Elijah Harris – WR
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Jamal Bennett – WR
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Xavier Johnson – TE
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Ryan Matthews – OL
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Andre Cooper – DL
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Michael Evans – LB
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Sean Carter – DB
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Terrence Hall – DB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Overall Record |
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| Columbus | 190 | 20 (FL) | 3 | 0-0 |
| Our Lady of Good Counsel | 143 | 4 (MD) | – | 0-0 |
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