It’s an interstate clash of powers as the Hough Huskies (2-0, Cornelius, NC) head north to face the Highland Springs Springers (1-0, Highland Springs, VA) on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams are unbeaten and nationally ranked, making this one of the week’s marquee matchups in the Southeast.
Game Details
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Matchup: Hough (NC) vs Highland Springs (VA)
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Date & Time: Friday, Sept. 5, 2025 @ 7:00 PM
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Location: Highland Springs High School, Highland Springs, VA
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Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Hough Huskies (2-0)
Hough is off to a sharp start, winning with stingy defense and efficient quarterback play. The Huskies are averaging 24.5 points per game while giving up just 10 total points across two contests. QB Ethan Royal has been steady, throwing for 132 passing yards per game and adding 143 total yards of offense per outing. WR Tyran Evans has been his top target, averaging 69 receiving yards per game, while RB Marvin Reed adds balance in the ground game. On defense, LB Ryan Peterson (12 tackles per game) and DE LJ Porter (2 sacks per game) lead a physical unit that thrives on pressure.
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2025 Record: 2-0
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National Rank: #207
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State Rank (NC): #6
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Key to Win: Control time of possession and keep Highland Springs’ explosive playmakers contained.
Main Squad:
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#1 Ethan Royal – QB
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#20 Marvin Reed – RB
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#8 Tyran Evans – WR
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#15 Jordan Black – WR
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#74 Caleb Morton – OL
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#52 Dylan Hayes – OL
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#5 Ryan Peterson – LB
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#4 LJ Porter – DE
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#23 Cam Lewis – DB
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#11 Elijah Bryant – DB
Highland Springs Springers (1-0)
The Springers opened their season with a 68-12 statement win, showing why they’re one of Virginia’s top programs. Highland Springs is known for speed, depth, and physicality on both sides of the ball. While individual stats aren’t yet available, the program has a tradition of explosive offenses and suffocating defense. In their opener, they showed balance, moving the ball at will while forcing multiple turnovers.
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2025 Record: 1-0
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National Rank: #526
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State Rank (VA): #4
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Key to Win: Use home-field advantage, attack Hough’s secondary, and win the battle at the line of scrimmage.
Main Squad (Projected Impact Players):
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#2 Jayden Walker – QB
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#6 Malik Johnson – RB
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#3 Chris Brown – WR
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#7 Xavier Carter – WR
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#55 Michael Green – OL
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#50 Marcus Taylor – OL
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#9 Tre Williams – LB
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#44 Darius Hill – DL
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#21 Isaiah Smith – DB
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#4 Cameron Johnson – DB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Record |
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| Hough (NC) | #207 | #6 (NC) | 2-0 |
| Highland Springs (VA) | #526 | #4 (VA) | 1-0 |
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.
