The 2025 high school football season continues with a coast-to-coast non-conference showdown as the Miami Northwestern Bulls host the Orange Lutheran Lancers on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at 7:00 PM. This matchup at Traz Powell Stadium in Miami, FL, brings together two nationally ranked programs looking to set the tone for the season.
Game Details
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Matchup: Orange Lutheran (Orange, CA) vs Northwestern (Miami, FL)
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Date & Time: Saturday, August 23, 2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Traz Powell Stadium, Miami, FL
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Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps (Charles Washington reporting for Northwestern, Tim Morner reporting for Orange Lutheran)
Fans can attend in person by purchasing tickets or stream the action live on the NFHS Network (subscription: $13.99/month or $79.99/year).
Orange Lutheran Lancers
Orange Lutheran comes into 2025 ranked #54 nationally and #9 in California, bringing a balanced and disciplined approach against one of Florida’s strongest programs. Known for competing in one of the toughest schedules in the country, the Lancers will aim to prove themselves on the road.
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2025 Record: 0-0 (season opener)
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Rankings: National #54 | California #9 | Section #7 | Division #7
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Strengths: Tough schedule experience, strong passing game, disciplined defense
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Key to Win: Execute offensively and limit Northwestern’s speed advantage
Northwestern Bulls
Miami Northwestern opens the 2025 season as a powerhouse in Florida, ranked #11 nationally, #5 in Florida, and #1 in their class. The Bulls are known for their athleticism, depth, and ability to make explosive plays on both sides of the ball. Backed by a passionate home crowd at Traz Powell, they’ll look to start their campaign with a statement win.
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2025 Record: 0-0 (season opener)
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Rankings: National #11 | Florida #5 | Class #1
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Strengths: Elite athletes, explosive playmakers, strong defense
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Key to Win: Control the line of scrimmage and use speed to overwhelm the Lancers
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class/Section Rank | Record |
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| Orange Lutheran | #54 | #9 (CA) | #7 Section / #7 Div | 0-0 |
| Northwestern | #11 | #5 (FL) | #1 Class | 0-0 |
