The 2025 Alabama high school football season continues Friday as Etowah heads to Hokes Bluff for a key conference clash. Kickoff is set for September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM at Hokes Bluff High School. Both teams enter with something to prove—Etowah seeking its first win and Hokes Bluff looking to build on a strong start.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Etowah (Attalla, AL) @ Hokes Bluff (AL)
○ Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Hokes Bluff High School, Hokes Bluff, AL
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Etowah Blue Devils
The Blue Devils are 0-1 after dropping their opener on the road, where they managed only 7 points while surrendering 45. Ranked #6,728 nationally and #185 in Alabama, Etowah has the athletes to rebound but must clean up mistakes to avoid falling into an early-season hole.
○ 2025 Record: 0-1
○ National Rank: #6,728
○ State Rank (AL): #185
○ Class Rank: #27
○ Key to Win: Protect the football and establish offensive rhythm to keep Hokes Bluff’s defense on its heels.
Main Squad:
○ Carson Mitchell – QB
○ Brayden Foster – RB
○ Malik Johnson – WR
○ Colby Davis – WR
○ Logan Carter – OL
○ Isaiah Moore – DL
○ Mason Allen – LB
○ Hunter Brooks – DB
○ Jordan Ellis – RB
○ Caleb Wright – TE
Hokes Bluff Eagles
The Eagles opened their season with a strong 28-7 road victory, showcasing a balanced offense and disciplined defense. Ranked #5,834 nationally and #161 in Alabama, Hokes Bluff now looks to carry that momentum into their home opener against a traditional rival.
○ 2025 Record: 1-0
○ National Rank: #5,834
○ State Rank (AL): #161
○ Class Rank: #23
○ Key to Win: Rely on defensive intensity and control time of possession to wear down Etowah.
Main Squad:
○ Jalen Parker – QB
○ Isaiah Brown – RB
○ Carter Williams – WR
○ Tyler Grant – WR
○ Dylan Carter – OL
○ Levi Thompson – DL
○ Aiden Hall – LB
○ Connor Hayes – DB
○ Caleb Foster – RB
○ Matthew Allen – TE
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Overall | Home | Away | Win % | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Etowah | #6,728 | #185 (AL) | #27 | 0-1 | 0-0 | 0-1 | 0% | 7 | 45 |
| Hokes Bluff | #5,834 | #161 (AL) | #23 | 1-0 | 0-0 | 1-0 | 100% | 28 | 7 |
