The 2025 high school football season brings an exciting non-conference showdown as Asheville (NC) travels to face Dobyns-Bennett (Kingsport, TN) on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams enter the game unbeaten, with explosive offensive playmakers ready to make a statement early in the season.
Game Details
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Matchup: Asheville @ Dobyns-Bennett
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Date & Time: 8/29/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Dobyns-Bennett High School, Kingsport, TN
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Asheville Cougars
Asheville comes into this matchup with a 1-0 record, following a thrilling 40-36 season-opening victory. The Cougars showcased a 544-yard offensive explosion, led by dominant rushing from Clement Davidson and balanced passing from Tay Williams. Asheville will look to keep their high-powered offense rolling on the road.
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2025 Record: 1-0
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National Rank: #3,390
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State Rank (NC): #91
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Key to Win: Asheville must continue to rely on their rushing dominance while tightening up their defense to contain Dobyns-Bennett’s balanced attack.
Main Squad:
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Tay Williams – QB
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Clement Davidson – RB
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Jams Skyes – WR
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DJaay Jackson – LB
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Se-Mahj Brown – DL
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Corey Nelson – DB
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Ryan Harris – OL/DL
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Malik Thompson – WR/DB
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Jordan White – RB
Dobyns-Bennett Indians
Dobyns-Bennett also enters with a 1-0 record, following a 26-20 road win. The Indians showed poise in a tight game, relying on defensive stops and efficient scoring drives. Playing at home for the first time this season, Dobyns-Bennett will look to feed off the crowd and slow down Asheville’s high-tempo offense.
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2025 Record: 1-0
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National Rank: #2,493
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State Rank (TN): #58
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Key to Win: Dobyns-Bennett must control the tempo, utilize their home-field edge, and force Asheville into key mistakes to stay perfect.
Main Squad:
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Jackson Reed – QB
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Jalen Carter – RB
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Austin Brown – WR
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Andrew Wallace – LB
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Tyler Mitchell – DB
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Brandon Hughes – OL/DL
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Caleb Foster – WR/DB
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Marcus Young – RB
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Dylan Moore – OL
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank (NC/TN) | Overall Record |
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| Asheville | #3,390 | #91 (NC) | 1-0 |
| Dobyns-Bennett | #2,493 | #58 (TN) | 1-0 |
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