The 2025 high school football season continues with a non-conference clash as the Cardington-Lincoln Pirates (Cardington, OH) travel to face the Bucyrus Redmen (Bucyrus, OH) on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams are 1-1 and looking to gain momentum heading into midseason.
Game Details
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Matchup: Cardington-Lincoln (OH) @ Bucyrus (OH)
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Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Bucyrus High School, Bucyrus, OH
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Cardington-Lincoln Pirates
The Pirates enter at 1-1, scoring 40 points while allowing 64. Ranked #592 in Ohio and #78 in Division, they rely on persistence late in games, averaging 20 points per outing with much of their scoring coming in the second half. After an opening win over Wynford, they stumbled against Mohawk and now look to bounce back on the road.
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2025 Record: 1-1
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National Rank: #10,894
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State Rank (OH): #592
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Division Rank: #78
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Key to Win: Start faster offensively, reduce defensive lapses, and sustain longer drives to avoid playing from behind.
Main Squad (Cardington-Lincoln)
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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
Bucyrus Redmen
Bucyrus also sits at 1-1, outscoring opponents 70-57 so far. Ranked #666 in Ohio and #81 in Division, the Redmen have shown firepower, averaging 35 points per game. Their offense spreads production across four quarters, making them a dangerous team to keep pace with, especially at home.
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2025 Record: 1-1
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National Rank: #12,638
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State Rank (OH): #666
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Division Rank: #81
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Key to Win: Keep the offense clicking, pressure Cardington-Lincoln’s QB, and protect their home field advantage.
Main Squad (Bucyrus)
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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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| Cardington-Lincoln Pirates | #10,894 | #592 (OH) | #78 | 1-1 |
| Bucyrus Redmen | #12,638 | #666 (OH) | #81 | 1-1 |
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.
