The Dudley Panthers (0-2, Greensboro, NC) head to Durham to battle the Hillside Hornets (1-1, Durham, NC) in a non-conference matchup on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Dudley enters looking for its first win of the season after a rough start against tough competition, while Hillside aims to defend home turf and move above .500.
Game Details
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Matchup: Dudley Panthers vs Hillside Hornets
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Date & Time: Friday, Sept. 5, 2025 @ 7:00 PM
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Location: Hillside High School, Durham, NC
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Dudley Panthers (0-2)
A perennial state power, Dudley has stumbled out of the gate in 2025, averaging just 6 points per game while surrendering 65 points through two contests. QB Brayden Jeffries leads the offense with 80 passing yards per game, often targeting WR Saimir Horton (55 receiving ypg). On the ground, RB Michael Boone Jr. has chipped in 26 rushing yards per game, but the Panthers’ attack has struggled to find rhythm. Defensively, LB Jah-Zear Watson has been a bright spot with 9 tackles per game, while DL Devin Cotton provides pressure off the edge (1 sack). To turn things around, Dudley must establish the run and tighten its red-zone defense.
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2025 Record: 0-2
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National Rank: #947
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State Rank (NC): #21
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Key to Win: Control time of possession and limit turnovers against Hillside’s balanced offense.
Main Squad:
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#1 Brayden Jeffries – QB
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#5 Michael Boone Jr. – RB
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#8 Saimir Horton – WR
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#13 Jah-Zear Watson – LB
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#20 Devin Cotton – DL
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#50 Azhir Waddell – OL/DL
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#6 Kameron Ellis – DB
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#21 Chris Lambert – WR/DB
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#9 Jordan Parker – LB
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#12 Zayden Wright – DB
Hillside Hornets (1-1)
Hillside opened the season strong at home and remains a tough opponent, having allowed just 11 points per game so far. QB Robert (Tre) Belcher III has shown poise, averaging 116 passing yards per game, with WR Semaj Smith providing a reliable target (39 receiving ypg). On the ground, RB Jacori Douglas powers the run game at 60 rushing yards per game. Defensively, Hillside has held opponents in check with aggressive line play and disciplined coverage. With a balanced offense averaging 218 total yards per game, the Hornets are positioned to challenge Dudley’s defense.
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2025 Record: 1-1
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National Rank: #2,947
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State Rank (NC): #81
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Key to Win: Continue defensive discipline and spread the ball between Douglas and Smith to stretch Dudley’s defense.
Main Squad:
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#7 Robert (Tre) Belcher III – QB
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#0 Jacori Douglas – RB
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#9 Semaj Smith – WR
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#3 Malik Green – DB
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#10 Cameron Williams – WR/DB
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#55 Jahlil Bryant – OL/DL
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#18 Tyrese Monroe – LB
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#6 Isaiah Perry – WR/DB
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#22 Zyon Carter – RB
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#44 Marcus Tate – DL
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Record |
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| Dudley | #947 | #21 (NC) | 0-2 |
| Hillside | #2,947 | #81 (NC) | 1-1 |
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