The Ash Grove Pirates (Ash Grove, MO) host the El Dorado Springs Bulldogs (El Dorado Springs, MO) in a non-conference showdown on Thursday, September 4, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both squads are coming off shutout wins in their season openers, setting up a tough early-season battle.
Game Details
○ Matchup: El Dorado Springs (MO) @ Ash Grove (MO)
○ Date & Time: 9/4/2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Ash Grove High School, Ash Grove, MO
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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El Dorado Springs Bulldogs
The Bulldogs opened their 2025 campaign with a commanding 40-0 win on the road, proving they can strike quickly on offense and dominate defensively. Ranked #247 in Missouri, El Dorado Springs will look to stay aggressive against a strong Ash Grove squad.
○ 2025 Record: 1-0
○ National Rank: #11,068
○ State Rank (MO): #247
○ Class Rank: #41
○ Key to Win: Maintain offensive balance while relying on their stingy defense to keep momentum rolling.
Main Squad:
○ Carter Johnson – QB
○ Mason Whitaker – RB
○ Bryce Daniels – WR
○ Nolan Harper – LB
○ Jaxon Miller – DL
○ Colton Hayes – DB
○ Gavin Brooks – OL
○ Trey Simmons – WR
○ Eli Patterson – LB
○ Logan Reed – RB
Ash Grove Pirates
The Pirates started strong with a 34-0 shutout win, showcasing both offensive firepower and defensive toughness. Ranked #182 in Missouri, Ash Grove will lean on its home-field advantage and veteran leadership to stay undefeated.
○ 2025 Record: 1-0
○ National Rank: #8,359
○ State Rank (MO): #182
○ Class Rank: #8
○ Key to Win: Use their ground game to control the tempo and force El Dorado Springs into passing situations.
Main Squad:
○ Hunter Collins – QB
○ Blake Wilson – RB
○ Caleb Martin – WR
○ Easton Turner – LB
○ Luke Sanders – DB
○ Ryder James – WR
○ Austin Keller – OL
○ Brady Long – DL
○ Jace Thompson – TE
○ Colby Adams – CB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Overall | Home | Away | Win % | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Dorado Springs | 11,068 | 247 | 41 | 1-0 | 0-0 | 1-0 | 100% | 40 | 0 |
| Ash Grove | 8,359 | 182 | 8 | 1-0 | 1-0 | 0-0 | 100% | 34 | 0 |
