The Iraan Braves (Iraan, TX) travel to face the Smyer Bobcats (Smyer, TX) in a non-conference season opener on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both squads begin the season with a clean slate, but Iraan enters the matchup with a stronger state and national ranking.
Game Details
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Matchup: Iraan Braves @ Smyer Bobcats
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Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Smyer High School (TX)
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Iraan Braves (TX)
The Braves kick off 2025 ranked #9,264 nationally and #927 in Texas. Iraan is traditionally known for its hard-nosed ground game and scrappy defense, and they’ll look to establish control early against the Bobcats.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #9,264
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Texas Rank: #927
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Key to Win: Execute ball-control offense and capitalize on Smyer’s mistakes.
Projected Main Squad:
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#2 Jayden Ramirez – QB
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#4 Luis Torres – RB
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#6 Anthony Morales – WR/DB
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#9 Diego Alvarez – WR
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#12 Marco Hernandez – ATH
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#22 Joseph Sanchez – LB
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#33 Adrian Perez – RB/LB
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#52 Nathaniel Scott – OL/DL
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#60 Isaiah Brown – OL
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#75 Elijah Johnson – DL
Smyer Bobcats (TX)
The Bobcats begin ranked #13,145 nationally and #1,173 in Texas, making them the underdogs in this matchup. However, with home-field advantage and an eager squad, Smyer has the chance to make an opening-night statement.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #13,145
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Texas Rank: #1,173
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Key to Win: Use speed in open space and force Iraan into passing downs.
Projected Main Squad:
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#3 Matthew Lopez – QB
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#5 Jordan Martinez – RB
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#7 Daniel Castillo – WR
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#10 Carlos Gonzales – WR/DB
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#14 Robert Smith – TE/LB
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#21 Kevin Garcia – RB/LB
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#24 David Reyes – DB
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#51 Alejandro Ortiz – OL/DL
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#62 Brandon Flores – OL
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#70 Christian Torres – DL
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record | Home | Away |
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| Iraan | #9,264 | #927 (TX) | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Smyer | #13,145 | #1,173 (TX) | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 |
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