The 2025 Arkansas high school football season opens with a non-conference matchup as the White Hall Bulldogs host the Sheridan Yellowjackets on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams are evenly matched in the state rankings, setting up what should be a competitive season opener.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Sheridan (Sheridan, AR) vs White Hall (White Hall, AR)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: White Hall High School, White Hall, AR
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Sheridan Yellowjackets
The Yellowjackets enter the 2025 season ranked #4,012 nationally, #59 in Arkansas, and #13 in their class. Sheridan brings experience and defensive grit into this year and will look to set the tone by controlling the line of scrimmage against a tough White Hall squad.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #4,012
○ State Rank: #59 (AR)
○ Class Rank: #13
○ Strengths: Veteran leadership, solid defense, physical play style
○ Key to Win: Win the battle up front and capitalize on scoring opportunities
White Hall Bulldogs
The Bulldogs begin the year ranked #3,742 nationally, #57 in Arkansas, and #18 in their class. White Hall has shown steady progress in recent years and will aim to defend their home turf with balanced play on both sides of the ball.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #3,742
○ State Rank: #57 (AR)
○ Class Rank: #18
○ Strengths: Balanced offense, improving depth, home-field advantage
○ Key to Win: Establish offensive rhythm early and contain Sheridan’s physical run game
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheridan Yellowjackets | 4,012 | 59 (AR) | 13 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
| White Hall Bulldogs | 3,742 | 57 (AR) | 18 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
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