The 2025 Texas high school football season brings a marquee non-conference matchup as the Southlake Carroll Dragons, one of the state’s perennial powers, travel west to face the Midland Bulldogs on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The game, hosted at Midland High School (TX), features a top-50 nationally ranked Carroll squad testing themselves against a Midland team eager to protect its home turf and deliver an early-season upset.
Game Details
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Matchup: Southlake Carroll (TX) @ Midland (TX)
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Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Midland High School, Midland, TXLive Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Southlake Carroll Dragons
The Dragons enter the season with a lofty #42 national ranking and sit at #7 in Texas, reaffirming their reputation as one of the state’s elite programs. With a tradition of explosive offenses and stout defenses, Carroll is once again positioned as a contender. To notch a road win, the Dragons must establish tempo early and prevent Midland from controlling the line of scrimmage.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #42
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State Rank (TX): #7
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Key to Win: Rely on their depth of talent, execute big plays through the air, and stay disciplined on defense.
Main Squad:
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Jackson Davis – QB
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Carter Williams – RB
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Mason Johnson – WR
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Dylan Roberts – WR/CB
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Ethan Collins – OL/DL
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Hunter Lee – TE/LB
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Jaden Price – DB
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Cole Thompson – LB
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Ryan Edwards – DL
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Logan Hill – WR
Midland Bulldogs
The Midland Bulldogs start 2025 ranked #1,093 nationally and #163 in Texas, eager to prove themselves against a powerhouse opponent. Playing at home gives Midland a chance to rally behind its community and push for an upset. The Bulldogs’ physicality and ability to slow Carroll’s explosive offense will determine whether they can stay in the game.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #1,093
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State Rank (TX): #163
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Key to Win: Dominate the trenches, sustain long offensive drives, and capitalize on Carroll’s mistakes.
Main Squad:
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Adrian Hernandez – QB
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Isaiah Martinez – RB
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Matthew Torres – WR
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Caleb Gutierrez – WR/CB
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Brandon Lopez – OL/DL
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Diego Ramirez – TE/LB
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Xavier Gonzales – DB
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Jonathan Flores – LB
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Angel Morales – DL
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Jacob Scott – WR
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
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| Southlake Carroll | 42 | 7 | 0-0 |
| Midland | 1,093 | 163 | 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.
