The 2025 Arkansas high school football season continues with a non-conference showdown as the Harrisburg Hornets host the Cross County Thunderbirds on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both programs are eager to open the year on the right note with a statement performance.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Cross County (Cherry Valley, AR) vs Harrisburg (Harrisburg, AR)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Harrisburg High School, Harrisburg, AR
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Cross County Thunderbirds
The Thunderbirds enter ranked #10,858 nationally, #148 in Arkansas, and #15 in their class. Cross County will look to lean on their defensive toughness and balanced offense to secure an important road victory.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #10,858
○ State Rank: #148 (AR)
○ Class Rank: #15
○ Strengths: Defensive toughness, balanced attack, motivated squad
○ Key to Win: Win the turnover battle and control field position
Harrisburg Hornets
The Hornets come in ranked #12,394 nationally, #169 in Arkansas, and #39 in their class. Playing at home, Harrisburg will try to use their speed and home-field energy to capture a season-opening win.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #12,394
○ State Rank: #169 (AR)
○ Class Rank: #39
○ Strengths: Team speed, home-field advantage, offensive potential
○ Key to Win: Capitalize on big plays and sustain offensive drives
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cross County Thunderbirds | 10,858 | 148 (AR) | 15 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
| Harrisburg Hornets | 12,394 | 169 (AR) | 39 | 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.