The 2025 Arkansas high school football season rolls on with a non-conference matchup as the Genoa Central Dragons host the Spring Hill Bears on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams are looking to open their seasons with a statement victory in Texarkana.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Spring Hill (Hope, AR) vs Genoa Central (Texarkana, AR)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Genoa Central High School, Texarkana, AR
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
Fans can attend in person by purchasing digital tickets on GoFan or stream the action live on the NFHS Network (subscription: $13.99/month or $79.99/year).
Watch here: Start your free trial today
Spring Hill Bears
The Bears begin the 2025 season ranked #13,001 nationally, #178 in Arkansas, and #24 in their class. With a road test to open the year, Spring Hill will look to lean on toughness and execution.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #13,001
○ State Rank: #178 (AR)
○ Class Rank: #24
○ Strengths: Gritty play style, determination, defensive effort
○ Key to Win: Stay disciplined and limit turnovers on the road
Genoa Central Dragons
The Dragons start the 2025 season ranked #13,603 nationally, #190 in Arkansas, and #48 in their class. Playing in front of their home fans, Genoa Central will look to gain an early advantage in what should be a competitive opener.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #13,603
○ State Rank: #190 (AR)
○ Class Rank: #48
○ Strengths: Home-field advantage, aggressive defense, energetic roster
○ Key to Win: Control the line of scrimmage and finish drives in the red zone
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Hill Bears | 13,001 | 178 (AR) | 24 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
| Genoa Central Dragons | 13,603 | 190 (AR) | 48 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
Melvin Smith is a high school sports enthusiast with a passion for capturing the energy of student competitions. He enjoys sharing stories that celebrate athletes’ dedication and the community spirit of the game.