The 2025 high school football season continues with a non-conference Memphis showdown as Melrose (Memphis, TN) travels to face Fairley (Memphis, TN) on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams aim to assert early-season dominance, with Fairley entering undefeated and Melrose seeking their first win.
Game Details
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Matchup: Melrose @ Fairley
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Date & Time: 8/29/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Freeman Stadium, Memphis, TN
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Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Melrose Golden Wildcats
Melrose enters this matchup with an 0-1 record, following a 36-14 loss in their season opener. The offense has shown some flashes, led by Thomas Heffner, but consistency remains a key focus. Defensively, the Golden Wildcats must improve tackling and limit explosive plays.
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2025 Record: 0-1
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National Rank: #5,673
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State Rank (TN): #146
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Key to Win: Melrose must establish the run and protect the football while finding ways to slow down Fairley’s high-powered offense.
Main Squad:
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Thomas Heffner – QB/RB
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Tavarco Jackson – WR
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Keymond Jones – LB
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Malik Harris – DB
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Caleb Thomas – OL/DL
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Jordan Green – WR/DB
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Elijah Brown – RB
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Ryan Scott – OL
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Marcus Allen – LB
Fairley Bulldogs
Fairley comes into Week 2 with a 1-0 record, posting a convincing 44-6 victory in their opener. The Bulldogs demonstrated a balanced offensive attack and strong defensive play, making them a formidable opponent at home.
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2025 Record: 1-0
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National Rank: #3,861
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State Rank (TN): #100
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Key to Win: Fairley needs to continue dominating offensively while maintaining defensive discipline to stay undefeated.
Main Squad:
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Keymond Jones – QB
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Malik Williams – RB
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Elijah Johnson – WR
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Caleb Thomas – LB
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Marcus Green – DB
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Jordan Scott – OL/DL
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Ryan Brown – WR/DB
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Tyler Evans – RB
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Austin White – OL
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank (TN) | Overall Record |
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| Melrose | #5,673 | #146 | 0-1 |
| Fairley | #3,861 | #100 | 1-0 |
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