The Central Red Devils (Phenix City, AL) host the Smiths Station Panthers (Smiths, AL) in a Class 7A conference clash on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 8:00 PM. Central looks to stay unbeaten after a dominant 2-0 start, while Smiths Station aims to build on its early-season momentum at 1-1.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Smiths Station (AL) @ Central (AL)
○ Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 8:00 PM
○ Location: Garrett-Harrison Stadium, Phenix City, AL
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Smiths Station Panthers
Smiths Station enters at 1-1, showing resilience with a strong road win to balance an early home loss. Ranked #130 in Alabama and #28 in Class 7A, the Panthers have scored 45 points while allowing 37, demonstrating solid balance. To compete with Central, they’ll need their best effort on both sides of the ball.
○ 2025 Record: 1-1
○ National Rank: #4,839
○ State Rank: #130 (AL)
○ Class Rank: #28
○ Key to Win: Control the clock with sustained drives and avoid giving Central extra possessions.
Main Squad:
○ Caleb Johnson – QB
○ Isaiah Carter – RB
○ Malik Thomas – WR
○ Hunter Green – LB
○ Marcus Allen – DB
○ Mason Turner – OL
○ Elijah Moore – DL
○ Jordan Banks – WR
○ Tyrese Walker – RB
○ Xavier Hall – DB
Central Red Devils
Central is off to a dominant 2-0 start, outscoring opponents 97-51 on the road. Ranked #2 in Alabama and #2 in Class 7A, the Red Devils are also #52 nationally, showing their strength as one of the state’s elite. Returning home for the first time this season, they’ll aim to keep momentum rolling behind their explosive offense.
○ 2025 Record: 2-0
○ National Rank: #52
○ State Rank: #2 (AL)
○ Class Rank: #2
○ Key to Win: Continue offensive dominance while locking down defensively to control the game’s pace.
Main Squad:
○ Jalen Mitchell – QB
○ Trevon Williams – RB
○ Elijah Turner – WR
○ Caleb Harris – LB
○ Isaiah Green – DB
○ Carter Phillips – OL
○ Hunter Ellis – DL
○ Jamari Scott – WR
○ Malik Johnson – RB
○ DeAndre Smith – DB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Overall | Home | Away | Win % | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smiths Station | #4,839 | #130 (AL) | #28 | 1-1 | 0-1 | 1-0 | .500 | 45 | 37 |
| Central | #52 | #2 (AL) | #2 | 2-0 | 0-0 | 2-0 | 1.000 |
