The 2025 Texas high school football season heats up in Dallas as the Bishop Lynch Friars travel across town to face the First Baptist Saints in a non-conference clash on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Hosted at First Baptist High School, this all-Dallas showdown features two strong private-school programs eager to prove themselves early in the season. Both teams come in 0-0, carrying similar preseason rankings that suggest this could be one of the tighter opening-week contests in the Metroplex.
Game Details
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Matchup: Bishop Lynch (Dallas, TX) @ First Baptist (Dallas, TX)
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Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: First Baptist High School, Dallas, TX
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Bishop Lynch Friars
The Bishop Lynch Friars enter the year ranked #3,092 nationally and #419 in Texas, with a tradition of physical football and balanced playmaking. With several key athletes returning, the Friars look to open the year with momentum and secure an important road victory against a respected rival.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #3,092
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State Rank (TX): #419
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Key to Win: Control tempo through the run game, avoid turnovers, and put pressure on First Baptist’s secondary.
Main Squad:
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Adrian Lopez – QB
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Isaiah Torres – RB
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Caleb Ramirez – WR
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Michael Garza – WR/DB
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Nathan Hernandez – OL/DL
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Diego Martinez – TE/LB
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Xavier Flores – DB
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Brandon Rivera – LB
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Hunter Chavez – DL
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Cristian Vega – WR
First Baptist Saints
The First Baptist Saints start 2025 ranked #3,738 nationally and #482 in Texas, and will look to make a statement at home against a rival with higher rankings. Known for explosive offensive talent, First Baptist’s key to success will be finishing drives and playing disciplined defense. With home-field advantage, the Saints have a prime opportunity to open strong.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #3,738
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State Rank (TX): #482
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Key to Win: Spread the field with playmakers, capitalize on red-zone chances, and lean on crowd energy.
Main Squad:
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Marcos Rivera – QB
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Elijah Brown – RB
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Gabriel Sanchez – WR
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Anthony Scott – WR/CB
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Luis Gonzales – OL/DL
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Alex Martinez – TE/LB
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Cristian Perez – DB
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Daniel Torres – LB
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Diego Morales – DL
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Hunter Johnson – WR
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
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| Bishop Lynch | 3,092 | 419 | 0-0 |
| First Baptist | 3,738 | 482 | 0-0 |
Abu Sayem is a sports enthusiast and writer who enjoys sharing stories about high school athletics. He is passionate about celebrating the teamwork, dedication, and spirit of young athletes.
