The 2025 Texas high school football season continues with a non-conference East Texas showdown as the Center Roughriders travel to face the Jacksonville Fightin’ Indians on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:30 PM. The game will take place at the historic Jacksonville Tomato Bowl, a storied venue that adds even more excitement to this Week 1 clash.
Game Details
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Matchup: Center (TX) @ Jacksonville (TX)
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Date & Time: 8/29/2025 – 7:30 PM
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Location: Jacksonville Tomato Bowl, Jacksonville, TX
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Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Center Roughriders
Center enters 2025 as one of the stronger East Texas programs, ranked inside the top 175 in Texas. Known for athletic playmakers and a physical defense, the Roughriders will look to set the tone early and carry momentum throughout the game.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #1,082
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State Rank (TX): #161
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Key to Win: Utilize their speed on offense, pressure Jacksonville’s QB, and establish dominance in the trenches.
Main Squad:
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Adrian Martinez – QB
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Isaiah Torres – RB
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Ethan Lopez – WR/DB
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Caleb Johnson – WR
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Noah Ramirez – LB
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Logan Gonzales – DL
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Christian Flores – DB
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David Scott – OL/DL
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Hunter Cruz – WR/FS
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Mason Perez – LB/FB
Jacksonville Fightin’ Indians
Jacksonville enters the season eager to defend their historic home field. Though ranked outside the top 600 in Texas, the Fightin’ Indians will rely on their home crowd, balanced attack, and strong tradition to push for an opening-week upset.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #5,368
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State Rank (TX): #636
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Key to Win: Sustain long drives, take advantage of the home atmosphere, and limit Center’s explosive plays.
Main Squad:
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Elijah Hernandez – QB
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Micah Torres – RB
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Julian Martinez – WR/DB
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Isaac Ramirez – WR
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Adrian Gomez – LB
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Ethan Cruz – DL
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David Lopez – DB
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Christian Ortiz – OL/DL
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Noah Reyes – WR/FS
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Logan Perez – LB/FB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
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| Center Roughriders | 1,082 | 161 (TX) | 0-0 |
| Jacksonville Indians | 5,368 | 636 (TX) | 0-0 |
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