The 2025 high school football season continues with a cross-state clash as the Elk City Elks (OK) travel to Texas to face the Canadian Wildcats on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. This non-conference battle will be hosted at Canadian High School (TX), bringing together two tradition-rich programs eager to start their seasons on the right note.
Game Details
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Matchup: Elk City (OK) @ Canadian (TX)
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Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Canadian High School – Canadian, TX
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Elk City Elks (OK)
The Elks enter 2025 ranked #3,872 nationally and #69 in Oklahoma, competing from a tough Class 4A slate. Elk City has built a reputation for physical football, leaning on a strong rushing attack and disciplined defense. For this road opener, controlling the trenches will be essential if the Elks want to keep Canadian’s explosive offense contained.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #3,872
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Oklahoma Rank: #69
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Key to Win: Dominate time of possession with a heavy run game and force turnovers to swing momentum on the road.
Main Squad:
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#2 Jaxon King – QB
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#5 Hunter Williams – RB
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#7 Tyler Green – WR/DB
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#9 Carson Lopez – WR
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#15 Brayden Miller – LB
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#22 Colton Davis – RB/LB
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#33 Evan Brooks – LB
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#44 Aiden Thompson – DL
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#52 Wyatt Carter – OL/DL
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#77 Logan Bryant – OL
Canadian Wildcats (TX)
Canadian, one of Texas’ most consistent small-school powers, opens its season with high expectations. Ranked #798 nationally and #129 in Texas, the Wildcats are coming off another strong campaign and will look to strike quickly at home. With a balanced offense and a hard-hitting defense, Canadian aims to defend its home turf and showcase why it remains a perennial contender.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #798
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Texas Rank: #129
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Key to Win: Spread the ball offensively, apply defensive pressure early, and control field position against Elk City’s rushing attack.
Main Squad:
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#1 Landon Reeves – QB
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#4 Mason Collins – RB
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#6 Chase Johnson – WR
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#8 Parker Scott – WR/DB
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#12 Dylan Foster – LB
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#21 Easton James – RB/DB
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#32 Cole Anderson – LB
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#44 Tanner Hayes – DL
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#54 Jacob Martinez – OL/DL
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#75 Ryan Bennett – OL
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record | Home | Away |
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| Elk City | #3,872 | #69 (OK) | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Canadian | #798 | #129 (TX) | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 |
Abu Sayem is a sports enthusiast and writer who enjoys sharing stories about high school athletics. He is passionate about celebrating the teamwork, dedication, and spirit of young athletes.
