ravels to face Highland Tech (Gastonia, NC) on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:30 PM. The Rams look to defend home turf and secure their first win of the season, while the Golden Lions aim to bounce back after a difficult start.
Game Details
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Matchup: Shelby Golden Lions (NC) @ Highland Tech Rams (NC)
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Date & Time: Friday, September 5, 2025 – 7:30 PM
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Location: Highland Tech High School, Gastonia, NC
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Shelby Golden Lions
The Golden Lions enter this matchup at 0-2 overall, eager to turn things around after a pair of tough losses. Ranked #1,677 nationally and #38 in North Carolina, Shelby still has a talented roster that can challenge opponents on both sides of the ball. Their offense averages 223.5 total yards per game, and QB Lan Farmer has shown strong production through the air.
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2025 Record: 0-2
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National Rank: #1,677
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State Rank (NC): #38
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Key to Win: Establish offensive consistency and capitalize on Highland Tech’s defensive struggles.
Main Squad:
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#8 Lan Farmer – QB/RB
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#1 Immanuel Collins – WR
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#45 Killeus Hunt – LB
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#29 Haezakui Norris – DL
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#81 Matt Grenier – WR/K
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#3 Tyrese Benson – DB
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#5 Malik Jackson – RB
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#20 Jaden Morris – CB
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#72 Darius Phelps – OL
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#15 Cam Walker – DB
Highland Tech Rams
Highland Tech opened its season with a tough 50-6 loss but looks to regroup in front of the home crowd. Ranked #13,235 nationally and #398 in North Carolina, the Rams rely heavily on QB Julien Costner and WR Irvin Thompson to power their passing attack. Their defensive front, however, will need to step up against Shelby’s balanced offense.
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2025 Record: 0-1
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National Rank: #13,235
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State Rank (NC): #398
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Division Rank: #39
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Key to Win: Use the passing game to stretch the field and give the defense rest by sustaining drives.
Main Squad:
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#11 Julien Costner – QB
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#4 Irvin Thompson – WR
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#6 Eden Barnes – RB
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#51 Travis Woods – LB
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#9 Cameron Ellis – DB
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#55 Jordan Fields – DL
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#12 Mason Grant – WR
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#18 Zaylen Pierce – DB
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#64 Marcus Hall – OL
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#25 Tyler Simmons – RB/CB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shelby | 1,677 | 38 (NC) | 0-2 |
| Highland Tech | 13,235 | 398 (NC) | 0-1 |
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