The 2025 Texas high school football season rolls into Week 1 with a non-conference battle as the Somerville Yeguas travel to face the Normangee Panthers on Friday night. Both programs are looking to start their campaigns strong after a tough 2024 season, and this opener provides the perfect chance to make a statement.
Matchup Info
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Matchup: Somerville (TX) @ Normangee (TX)
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Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:30 PM
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Location: Normangee High School – Normangee, TX
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Somerville Yeguas
Somerville enters 2025 ranked #10,491 nationally and #1,016 in Texas, eager to flip the script from last year. The Yeguas showed flashes of potential and return a young but hungry roster. To pull off a road win, Somerville will need discipline on defense and consistency on offense.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #10,491
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State Rank (TX): #1,016
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Division Rank: #58
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Key to Win: Establish the running game early and limit turnovers against Normangee’s aggressive front seven.
Main Squad
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Jordan Matthews – QB
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Chris Lopez – RB
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Darius Johnson – WR/DB
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Eli Sanchez – LB
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Noah Ramirez – OL/DL
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Jaden Green – WR
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Antonio Perez – DB
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Malik Thompson – RB/LB
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Cameron Scott – WR/FS
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Isaiah Foster – DL
Normangee Panthers
The Panthers begin the season ranked #12,891 nationally and #1,162 in Texas. Known for their grit and home-field pride, Normangee has the chance to grab early momentum with a Week 1 victory. The defense will look to set the tone, while the offense relies on efficiency in the passing game.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #12,891
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State Rank (TX): #1,162
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Division Rank: #101
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Key to Win: Control the clock with long drives, protect their young QB, and capitalize on Somerville’s mistakes.
Main Squad
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Caleb Richardson – QB
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Hunter James – RB
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Trent Walker – WR
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Mason Hill – LB
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Bryce Carter – DB
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Logan White – OL/DL
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Ethan Ross – WR/DB
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Jayden Brooks – TE/LB
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Zach Miller – DL
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Daniel Ortiz – RB/DB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
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| Somerville | 10,491 | 1,016 (TX) | 0-0 |
| Normangee | 12,891 | 1,162 (TX) | 0-0 |
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