An interstate showdown kicks off in West Texas as Choctaw (OK) travels south to face Monterey (Lubbock, TX) at Lowrey Field. With Choctaw entering as a top-15 program in Oklahoma and Monterey looking to defend its home turf, this non-conference battle has all the makings of an early-season thriller.
Game Details
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Matchup: Choctaw (OK) @ Monterey (Lubbock, TX)
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Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Lowrey Field, Lubbock, TX
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Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Choctaw Yellowjackets
The Yellowjackets come into the 2025 season with state-title aspirations in Oklahoma’s Class 2, ranked just outside the national top 500. Known for their explosive offense and disciplined defense, Choctaw will try to spoil Monterey’s home opener with a fast start.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: 562
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State Rank (OK): 11
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Class Rank: 2
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Key to Win: Spread the field offensively, win the battle at the line of scrimmage, and capitalize on Monterey’s turnovers.
Main Squad:
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Jaxon Carter – QB
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Isaiah Johnson – RB
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Caleb Torres – WR
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Mason Green – WR/DB
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Elijah Brooks – LB
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Nathan Scott – OL/DL
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Christian Ramirez – DB
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Tyler Evans – TE/LB
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Xavier Lopez – DE
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Michael Flores – RB
Monterey Plainsmen
The Plainsmen begin 2025 looking to climb the Texas state ranks, sitting inside the top 425. Playing at historic Lowrey Field, Monterey will count on its depth and home-field advantage to keep pace with Choctaw’s high-powered offense.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: 2,953
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State Rank (TX): 408
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Key to Win: Sustain long drives, limit Choctaw’s big plays, and use special teams as a difference-maker.
Main Squad:
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Adrian Martinez – QB
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Carter Williams – RB
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Jayden Scott – WR
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Elijah Torres – WR/CB
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Gabriel Johnson – LB
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Samuel Wright – OL/DL
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Daniel King – DB
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Anthony Brooks – TE/LB
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Luke Ramirez – DE
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Xavier Green – RB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class/Division | Overall Record |
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| Choctaw (OK) | 562 | 11 (OK) | 2 | 0-0 |
| Monterey (TX) | 2,953 | 408 (TX) | — | 0-0 |
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