The 2025 Arkansas high school football season gets underway with a non-conference matchup as the Catholic Rockets host the Arkansas Razorbacks on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams look to start their seasons on the right note, with Catholic entering as a highly ranked contender and Arkansas eager to prove themselves on the road.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Arkansas (Texarkana, AR) vs Catholic (Little Rock, AR)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Catholic High School, Little Rock, AR
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Arkansas Razorbacks
The Razorbacks begin the 2025 season ranked #4,175 nationally, #60 in Arkansas, and #20 in their class. With athleticism across the roster, Arkansas looks to showcase big-play ability and push Catholic in a tough opening test.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #4,175
○ State Rank: #60 (AR)
○ Class Rank: #20
○ Strengths: Athletic roster, speed on both sides of the ball, potential for explosive plays
○ Key to Win: Execute offensively and avoid costly turnovers against a strong opponent
Catholic Rockets
The Rockets enter ranked #1,694 nationally, #20 in Arkansas, and #5 in their class. Catholic boasts strong depth and a disciplined style of play, making them one of the top programs to watch in the state. Playing at home, they will aim to start fast and control the game from the outset.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #1,694
○ State Rank: #20 (AR)
○ Class Rank: #5
○ Strengths: Depth across roster, disciplined execution, home-field advantage
○ Key to Win: Control the line of scrimmage and limit Arkansas’ big plays
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas Razorbacks | 4,175 | 60 (AR) | 20 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
| Catholic Rockets | 1,694 | 20 (AR) | 5 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
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