The Hobbton Wildcats (0-2) hit the road looking for their first win of the season as they face the surging Dixon Bulldogs (2-0) in a non-conference clash on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM in Holly Ridge, NC. With Dixon’s explosive ground game against Hobbton’s struggling defense, this contest could quickly showcase the contrasting directions of both programs early in the season.
Game Details
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Matchup: Hobbton (Newton Grove, NC) @ Dixon (Holly Ridge, NC)
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Date & Time: Friday, September 5, 2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Dixon High School, Holly Ridge, NC
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Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Hobbton Wildcats (0-2)
It’s been a rocky start for Hobbton, who have been outscored 70–21 in their first two games. The Wildcats’ offense has yet to find consistent rhythm, and defensive lapses have led to opponents capitalizing early. Tackling has been a bright spot with LB Keoni Terukina leading the defense, but the Wildcats need more offensive production to stay competitive.
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National Rank: #11,753
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NC Rank: #363
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Class Rank: #31
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Points For/Against: 21 PF, 70 PA
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Key to Win: Limit Dixon’s run game and find early offensive momentum to avoid falling behind.
Main Squad:
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#11 Keoni Terukina – LB (9.5 tackles PG, 0.8 sacks)
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#10 Luke Tranfaglia – WR (team receiving leader, 33 YPG)
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#2 Jayden Parker – QB (team’s passing spark)
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#22 Malik Bryant – RB (emerging ball carrier)
Dixon Bulldogs (2-0)
Dixon has been one of the most exciting offenses in the state to start the year, averaging an incredible 49.5 points per game while racking up 454 rushing yards per game. QB/RB hybrid JJ Gulat has been unstoppable, already averaging over 300 total yards per game, while LB Keoni Terukina (different player from Hobbton’s) and DL Vincent Margolies headline a defense that has held opponents in check when needed. The Bulldogs are looking to continue their dominance and stay unbeaten.
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National Rank: #10,313
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NC Rank: #321
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Class Rank: #49
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Points For/Against: 99 PF, 46 PA
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Key to Win: Keep pounding the ball with their run game and avoid turnovers that might give Hobbton a chance.
Main Squad:
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#3 JJ Gulat – QB/RB (287 rushing YPG, 16 passing YPG, 303 total YPG)
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#10 Luke Tranfaglia – WR (33 receiving YPG)
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#11 Keoni Terukina – LB (9.5 tackles PG)
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#28 Vincent Margolies – DL (key defensive presence)
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | NC Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
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| Hobbton | #11,753 | #363 | #31 | 0-2 | 21 | 70 |
| Dixon | #10,313 | #321 | #49 | 2-0 | 99 | 46 |
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