The 2025 high school football season continues with an exciting non-conference showdown as Denham Springs (Denham Springs, LA) travels to face Hammond (Hammond, LA) on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The matchup will be hosted at Hammond High School, with both teams looking to set the tone early in their campaigns. Denham Springs enters as a preseason contender in Louisiana Class 5A, while Hammond looks to bounce back after a tough Week 1 loss.
Game Details
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Matchup: Denham Springs (LA) @ Hammond (LA)
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Date & Time: Friday, September 5, 2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Hammond High School, Hammond, LA
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Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Denham Springs Yellowjackets
Denham Springs begins its 2025 season on the road, looking to make an immediate statement. Ranked #2,735 nationally and #63 in Louisiana, the Yellowjackets enter with high expectations after a solid preseason. Their success will depend on strong quarterback play and their ability to neutralize Hammond’s athleticism.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #2,735
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State Rank (LA): #63
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Key to Win: Control the tempo offensively and pressure Hammond’s passing game into mistakes.
Main Squad (Projected Impact Players):
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Brayden Clark – QB
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Malik Johnson – RB
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Chris Gautreaux – WR
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Jaylen Scott – WR/CB
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Ethan Richard – LB
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Caleb Martin – DL
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Ryan Dupree – DB
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Austin Wells – OL
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Dylan Matthews – TE
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Logan Price – K
Hammond Tornadoes
Hammond enters Week 2 searching for redemption after a difficult 45-3 loss to Live Oak in their opener. Ranked #4,270 nationally and #97 in Louisiana, the Tornadoes must regroup quickly to avoid a second straight defeat. Playing at home gives them an opportunity to showcase resilience and ignite their season.
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2025 Record: 0-1
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National Rank: #4,270
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State Rank (LA): #97
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Key to Win: Execute a balanced offensive attack, minimize turnovers, and leverage home-field energy to keep Denham Springs off balance.
Main Squad (Projected Impact Players):
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Jordan Matthews – QB
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Kameron Davis – RB
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Elijah Brooks – WR
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Tyrese Carter – WR/DB
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Noah Alexander – LB
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Jalen Freeman – DL
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Isaiah Thompson – OL
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Micah Sanders – DB
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Xavier Wilson – RB/FS
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Cole James – TE
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
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| Denham Springs | 2,735 | 63 (LA) | 0-0 |
| Hammond | 4,270 | 97 (LA) | 0-1 |
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