The 2025 high school football season continues with a Youngstown city showdown as the Boardman Spartans visit the Chaney Cowboys on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Boardman is looking for its first win of the season, while Chaney aims to build momentum at home.
Game Details
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Matchup: Boardman (OH) @ Chaney (Youngstown, OH)
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Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Chaney High School, Youngstown, OH
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Boardman Spartans
The Spartans are 0-2, having scored 48 points while allowing 77. Ranked #261 in Ohio and #57 in Division, Boardman averages 24 points per game but has struggled defensively. With two losses at home to open the year, the Spartans will look to reset on the road and get into the win column.
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2025 Record: 0-2
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National Rank: #4,286
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State Rank (OH): #261
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Division Rank: #57
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Key to Win: Improve defensive discipline, protect the football, and finish drives in the red zone.
Main Squad (Boardman)
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Evan Arlin – QB
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Chris Matthews – RB
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Malik Johnson – WR
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Brandon Wright – LB
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Anthony Lewis – OL/DL
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Jace Miller – DB
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Kevin Brooks – WR/DB
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Darius Young – RB/LB
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Carter Nelson – DL
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Xavier Brown – WR/CB
Chaney Cowboys
The Cowboys are 1-1 after splitting their first two contests, with a strong offense scoring 57 points and a defense holding opponents to 44. Ranked #188 in Ohio and #38 in Division, Chaney has the balance and home-field advantage to keep rolling. Averaging 28.5 points per game, they’ll look to overwhelm Boardman with scoring efficiency.
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2025 Record: 1-1
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National Rank: #3,035
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State Rank (OH): #188
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Division Rank: #38
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Key to Win: Set the tone early on offense, maintain defensive pressure, and take advantage of Boardman’s defensive lapses.
Main Squad (Chaney)
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Jordan Miller – QB
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Marcus Johnson – RB
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Caleb Davis – WR
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Xavier Thompson – LB
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Elijah Carter – OL/DL
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Jayden Foster – DB
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Cameron Lee – WR/DB
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Isaiah Nelson – RB/LB
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Brandon Harris – DL
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Tyrese Brown – WR/CB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Division Rank | Overall Record |
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| Boardman Spartans | #4,286 | #261 (OH) | #57 | 0-2 |
| Chaney Cowboys | #3,035 | #188 (OH) | #38 | 1-1 |
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