The Saraland Spartans (2-0) host the Gulf Shores Dolphins (0-2) in a Region 1 showdown on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM in Saraland, Alabama. Saraland looks to extend its unbeaten run, while Gulf Shores aims to turn around a winless start.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Gulf Shores (AL) @ Saraland (AL)
○ Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Saraland High School, Saraland, AL
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Gulf Shores Dolphins
The Dolphins are 0-2 despite being ranked #27 in Alabama and #11 in class, a sign that expectations remain high. Outscored 43-33 in two close games, Gulf Shores has shown flashes of competitiveness but needs to finish drives and limit mistakes against an elite opponent.
○ 2025 Record: 0-2
○ National Rank: #908
○ State Rank (AL): #27
○ Class Rank: #11
○ Key to Win: Execute efficiently in the red zone, play disciplined defense, and keep Saraland’s explosive offense contained.
Main Squad:
○ Cameron Ellis – QB
○ Jaden Brooks – RB
○ Marcus Harris – WR
○ Isaiah Johnson – WR/DB
○ Caleb White – RB/LB
○ Dylan Carter – TE/DE
○ Hunter Green – OL/DL
○ Aaron Simmons – LB
○ Zayden Parker – DB
○ Elijah Moore – DL
Saraland Spartans
The Spartans are off to a dominant 2-0 start, outscoring opponents 63-6. Ranked #5 in Alabama and #2 in class, Saraland is proving to be one of the premier programs in the state with a stingy defense and a potent offense. With home-field advantage, they’ll look to stay perfect in region play.
○ 2025 Record: 2-0
○ National Rank: #111
○ State Rank (AL): #5
○ Class Rank: #2
○ Key to Win: Continue defensive dominance, capitalize on turnovers, and use their offensive depth to wear down Gulf Shores.
Main Squad:
○ KJ Lacey – QB
○ Ryan Williams – WR
○ Anthony Jones – RB
○ Malik Thomas – WR/DB
○ Jordan Matthews – RB/LB
○ Mason Hall – TE/DE
○ Hunter Davis – OL/DL
○ Chris Taylor – LB
○ Jaden Parker – DB
○ Isaiah Bennett – DL
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Overall | Region | Home | Away | Win % | Region % | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gulf Shores Dolphins | #908 | #27 (AL) | #11 | 0-2 | – | 0-1 | 0-1 | 0% | – | 33 | 43 |
| Saraland Spartans | #111 | #5 (AL) | #2 | 2-0 | 1-0 | 1-0 | 0-0 | 100% | 100% | 63 |
