The 2025 Arkansas high school football season kicks off with a non-conference matchup as the Newport Greyhounds host the Marked Tree Indians on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams begin their season with 0-0 records and will be looking to make a strong opening statement.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Marked Tree (Marked Tree, AR) vs Newport (Newport, AR)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Newport High School, Newport, AR
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Marked Tree Indians
The Indians come in ranked #8,024 nationally, #116 in Arkansas, and #7 in their class. With a balanced roster, Marked Tree will aim to use defensive toughness and discipline to keep the Greyhounds in check.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #8,024
○ State Rank: #116 (AR)
○ Class Rank: #7
○ Strengths: Defensive toughness, balanced roster, motivated start
○ Key to Win: Control the line of scrimmage and generate consistent offense
Newport Greyhounds
The Greyhounds enter ranked #4,897 nationally, #70 in Arkansas, and #7 in their class. Newport will look to capitalize on their home-field advantage and offensive depth to secure a season-opening win.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #4,897
○ State Rank: #70 (AR)
○ Class Rank: #7
○ Strengths: Offensive depth, home-field advantage, disciplined playmakers
○ Key to Win: Execute offensively and limit defensive breakdowns
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marked Tree Indians | 8,024 | 116 (AR) | 7 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
| Newport Greyhounds | 4,897 | 70 (AR) | 7 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
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