The 2025 high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as Brother Martin (New Orleans, LA) travels to face Central (Baton Rouge, LA) on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The contest at Central Football Stadium pits two strong Louisiana programs against each other, with the Crusaders aiming to stay unbeaten while the Wildcats look to bounce back from a tough opening loss.
Game Details
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Matchup: Brother Martin (LA) @ Central (LA)
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Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Central Football Stadium, Baton Rouge, LA
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Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Brother Martin Crusaders
The Crusaders are off to a hot start, opening their season with a 35-7 road win at Covington. Ranked #842 nationally and #13 in Louisiana, Brother Martin’s balance on both sides of the ball makes them an early contender in Class 5A. Their offense was efficient in Week 1, and the defense showed toughness in limiting Covington to a single score.
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2025 Record: 1-0
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National Rank: #842
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State Rank (LA): #13
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Class Rank: #8
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Key to Win: Keep offensive rhythm going, dominate the trenches, and limit Central’s ability to sustain drives.
Main Squad
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Michael Johnson – QB
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Ethan Brown – RB
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Caleb Robinson – WR
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Jalen Scott – WR/DB
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Hunter Davis – LB
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Noah Williams – DL
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Isaiah Green – OL/DL
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Chris Thompson – DB
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Logan Taylor – TE/LB
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Marcus Allen – WR/KR
Central Wildcats
The Wildcats enter Week 2 at 0-1 after a 6-0 road loss in their opener. Ranked #957 nationally and #18 in Louisiana, Central’s defense looked strong in defeat, but their offense must find consistency to compete against Brother Martin’s depth. With home-field advantage, the Wildcats will aim to slow down the Crusaders and grind out a defensive battle.
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2025 Record: 0-1
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National Rank: #957
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State Rank (LA): #18
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Class Rank: #5
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Key to Win: Control time of possession, avoid turnovers, and capitalize on defensive stops.
Main Squad
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Tyrese Walker – QB
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Malik Carter – RB
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Jordan White – WR
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Devin Scott – WR/CB
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Xavier Thomas – LB
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Hunter Green – DL
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Brandon Lewis – OL
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Cameron Parker – DB
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Eli Matthews – TE/DE
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Zachary Brown – RB/FS
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
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| Brother Martin | #842 | #13 (LA) | 1-0 |
| Central | #957 | #18 (LA) | 0-1 |
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