The 2025 high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as the Hickory Ridge Ragin’ Bulls (Harrisburg, NC) travel to face the South Iredell Vikings (Statesville, NC) on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams are still searching for their first victory of the season, making this clash an important early-season test.
Game Details
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Matchup: Hickory Ridge (NC) @ South Iredell (NC)
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Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: South Iredell High School, Statesville, NC
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Hickory Ridge Ragin’ Bulls
The Ragin’ Bulls sit at 0-1, following a tough loss in their opener. Ranked #115 in North Carolina and #34 in Class, Hickory Ridge has struggled offensively, averaging just 92 total yards per game. Their defense, however, has shown flashes of playmaking ability with 4 sacks in their first outing. The key to victory will be jumpstarting their offense while leaning on their defensive front to create pressure.
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2025 Record: 0-1
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National Rank: #4,160
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State Rank (NC): #115
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Class Rank: #34
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Key to Win: Find rhythm on offense with Kellan Goins and Braden Barberio while relying on defensive pressure up front.
Main Squad:
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Kellan Goins (#20) – RB (42 rushing yds/game)
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Braden Barberio (#1) – QB (19 passing yds/game, 48 total yds/game)
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Colby Corneius (#12) – WR (7 receiving yds/game)
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Bryson Kimble (#19) – LB (8 tackles per game)
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Schawn Connor (#42) – DL (1.5 sacks per game)
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Marcus Wright (#8) – DB
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Ethan Brown (#22) – WR/DB
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Logan Harris (#15) – LB
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Hunter Lee (#55) – OL/DL
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Isaiah Carter (#9) – FS
South Iredell Vikings
The Vikings enter at 0-2, having allowed 99 points across their first two games. Ranked #124 in North Carolina and #35 in Class, South Iredell’s offense has been more productive, averaging 348 total yards per game behind QB Tristan Cowan and WR Brody Hunt. The key to victory will be capitalizing on their offensive firepower while tightening up on the defensive end.
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2025 Record: 0-2
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National Rank: #4,587
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State Rank (NC): #124
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Class Rank: #35
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Key to Win: Protect Cowan in the pocket, get Bellamy going on the ground, and limit big plays defensively.
Main Squad:
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Tristan Cowan (#13) – QB (205 passing yds/game, 203 total yds/game)
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Thailan Bellamy (#6) – RB (75 rushing yds/game)
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Brody Hunt (#4) – WR (104 receiving yds/game)
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Rashad Howell (#54) – LB (9 tackles per game)
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Caleb Foster (#12) – WR/DB
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Jordan Miller (#55) – OL/DL
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Marcus Lee (#2) – WR
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Logan Price (#18) – FS
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Isaiah Brown (#5) – DB
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Hunter Carter (#20) – LB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record |
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| Hickory Ridge | 4,160 | 115 (NC) | 34 | 0-1 |
| South Iredell | 4,587 | 124 (NC) | 35 | 0-2 |
Abu Sayem is a sports enthusiast and writer who enjoys sharing stories about high school athletics. He is passionate about celebrating the teamwork, dedication, and spirit of young athletes.
