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The 2025 Virginia high school football season rolls into Week 1 with a non-conference clash as the Gretna Hawks hit the road to face the Jefferson Forest Cavaliers on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The game, hosted at Jefferson Forest High School in Forest, VA, pairs two programs eager to start their campaigns with a victory.
Game Details
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Matchup: Gretna (VA) @ Jefferson Forest (VA)
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Date & Time: 8/29/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Jefferson Forest High School (Forest, VA)Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Gretna Hawks
The Hawks enter 2025 looking to build consistency after previous up-and-down seasons. Ranked #150 in Virginia and #6,282 nationally, Gretna has talent on both sides of the ball, especially in the skill positions. A strong start on the road could set the tone for the rest of their schedule.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #6,282
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State Rank (VA): #150
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Division Rank: #13
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Key to Win: Limit turnovers, establish the run game early, and slow Jefferson Forest’s offensive tempo.
Main Squad
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Malik Thompson – QB
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Jordan Green – RB
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Tyrell Carter – RB/DB
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Darian Owens – WR
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Quincy Lee – WR/DB
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Marcus Adams – LB
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Jamal Davis – DL
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Chris Young – OL
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Anthony Price – LB/FB
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Devin Richardson – DB
Jefferson Forest Cavaliers
The Cavaliers open the season with momentum and high expectations. Ranked #69 in Virginia and #3,910 nationally, JF is known for physical football and strong fundamentals. With home-field advantage and a well-rounded roster, the Cavaliers will look to dominate both lines of scrimmage.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #3,910
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State Rank (VA): #69
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Division Rank: #16
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Key to Win: Control time of possession with their ground attack and keep Gretna’s speed in check.
Main Squad
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Caleb Harris – QB
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Darius Martin – RB
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Jamari Brown – WR/DB
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Ethan Collins – WR
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Matthew Lawson – LB
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Isaiah Ford – LB/TE
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Carter Bell – OL/DL
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Jacob Grant – DL
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Tristan Ward – DB
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Jordan Scott – DB
Rankings & Records
Team National Rank State Rank Overall Record Gretna #6,282 #150 (VA) 0-0 Jefferson Forest #3,910 #69 (VA) 0-0 -
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