The Junction City Dragons (1-0) will host the Mount Ida Lions (0-0) in a non-conference matchup on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:30 PM. The game will be played at Junction City High School, where the Dragons look to build on their dominant start while Mount Ida opens its 2025 season.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Mount Ida (AR) @ Junction City (AR)
○ Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:30 PM
○ Location: Junction City High School, Junction City, AR
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Mount Ida Lions
Mount Ida begins its 2025 campaign on the road, ranked #9,482 nationally and #129 in Arkansas. With no games yet played, the Lions will rely on execution and discipline to compete against a Junction City team already showing dominance.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #9,482
○ State Rank (AR): #129
○ Class Rank: #12
○ Key to Win: Establish rhythm early and avoid falling behind against Junction City’s aggressive defense.
Main Squad:
○ Ethan Johnson – QB
○ Marcus Carter – RB
○ Jalen Brown – WR
○ Isaiah Lewis – WR
○ Caleb Robinson – OL
○ Hunter Davis – DL
○ Jamari White – LB
○ Jordan Mitchell – DB
○ Landon Scott – RB
○ Chris Thompson – DB
Junction City Dragons
The Dragons opened their season with a commanding 36-0 road shutout, proving their defensive toughness and offensive balance. Ranked #6,447 nationally and #89 in Arkansas, Junction City is favored at home but must maintain focus against a Lions team eager to start strong.
○ 2025 Record: 1-0
○ National Rank: #6,447
○ State Rank (AR): #89
○ Class Rank: #1
○ Key to Win: Keep defensive pressure high and sustain long scoring drives.
Main Squad:
○ Jaden Carter – QB
○ Malik Green – RB
○ Braylon Scott – WR
○ Caleb Harris – WR
○ Tyler Johnson – OL
○ Mason Brown – DL
○ Isaiah Robinson – LB
○ Cameron White – DB
○ Chris Parker – RB
○ Noah Williams – DB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Overall | Home | Away | Win % | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Ida | #9,482 | #129 | #12 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0% | 0 | 0 |
| Junction City | #6,447 | #89 | #1 | 1-0 | 0-0 | 1-0 | 100% | 36 | 0 |
