The 2025 high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as Holy Cross (Covington, KY) visits Clermont Northeastern (Batavia, OH) on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The game will be hosted at Clermont Northeastern High School, as the Rockets aim to secure their first win of the year against an undefeated Kentucky program.
Game Details
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Matchup: Holy Cross (KY) @ Clermont Northeastern (OH)
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Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Clermont Northeastern High School, Batavia, OH
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Holy Cross Indians (Covington, KY)
Holy Cross enters Week 3 with strong momentum, riding a 2-0 record and ranked #153 in Kentucky. The Indians have shown balance on both sides of the ball, averaging 47 points per game while giving up only 12. Their offensive attack is led by a punishing ground game and steady quarterback play.
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2025 Record: 2-0
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National Rank: #10,408
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State Rank (KY): #153
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Regional Rank: #16
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Key to Win: Lean on their running game to control the tempo and continue suffocating opponents with a disciplined defense.
Main Squad:
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Charles Oglesby (#32) – RB | 133 rushing yards per game
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Brian Ferguson (#1) – QB | 106 passing yards per game, 193 total yards per game
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Braylon Thornberry (#6) – WR | 81 receiving yards per game, 12 points per game
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Trevin Figgs (#5) – LB | 7 tackles per game
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Jacob Rieselman (#13) – DL | 4 sacks on the season
Clermont Northeastern Rockets (Batavia, OH)
The Rockets sit at 0-2 but will look to turn things around on their home turf. Ranked #636 in Ohio, Clermont Northeastern has struggled early, scoring just 6 points per game, but the program has a chance to test itself against a surging Holy Cross side. Discipline and execution will be key if they want to stay competitive.
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2025 Record: 0-2
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National Rank: #12,018
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State Rank (OH): #636
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Division Rank: #99
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Key to Win: Establish offensive rhythm early, sustain drives, and prevent Holy Cross from pulling away in the first half.
Main Squad (Projected):
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Ethan Walker – QB
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Jayden Price – RB
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Mason Taylor – WR
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Logan Johnson – WR/CB
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Caleb Carter – LB
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Tyler Brooks – DL
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Dylan Harris – DB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
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| Holy Cross | #10,408 | #153 (KY) | 2-0 |
| Clermont NE | #12,018 | #636 (OH) | 0-2 |
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