The Mesquite (Gilbert, AZ) Wildcats will host the Marcos de Niza (Tempe, AZ) Padres in a non-conference showdown on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams enter undefeated at 1-0, making this matchup a key early-season test.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Marcos de Niza (AZ) @ Mesquite (AZ)
○ Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Mesquite High School, Gilbert, AZ
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Marcos de Niza Padres
Marcos de Niza opened its season with a big win and comes into this game ranked #6,198 nationally and #104 in Arizona. Their offense put up 46 points in the opener, showing the potential for another strong performance on the road.
○ 2025 Record: 1-0
○ National Rank: #6,198
○ State Rank (AZ): #104
○ Class Rank: #21
○ Key to Win: Keep the offensive rhythm going and force Mesquite into passing situations.
Main Squad:
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Mesquite Wildcats
Mesquite is also undefeated at 1-0, having scored 43 points in their first game. Ranked #7,739 nationally and #123 in Arizona, the Wildcats will look to protect home turf and rely on their balanced offensive attack.
○ 2025 Record: 1-0
○ National Rank: #7,739
○ State Rank (AZ): #123
○ Class Rank: #25
○ Key to Win: Win the turnover battle and establish the run game early.
Main Squad:
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Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Overall | Home | Away | Win % | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marcos de Niza | #6,198 | #104 | #21 | 1-0 | 1-0 | 0-0 | 100% | 46 | 31 |
| Mesquite | #7,739 | #123 | #25 | 1-0 | 0-0 | 1-0 | 100% | 43 | 40 |
