The 2025 Texas high school football season heats up with a Hill Country clash as the Hondo Owls (Hondo, TX) travel to face the Blanco Panthers (Blanco, TX) on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both programs come into the non-conference season opener at 0-0, aiming to set an early tone with a statement victory.
Game Details
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Matchup: Hondo (TX) @ Blanco (TX)
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Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Blanco High School, Blanco, TX
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Hondo Owls (0-0)
The Hondo Owls, ranked #6,135 nationally and #692 in Texas, bring a tradition of gritty football into their 2025 opener. For Hondo, success depends on controlling the trenches, winning time of possession, and keeping Blanco’s playmakers in check.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #6,135
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State Rank (TX): #692
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Key to Win: Lean on physical defense and maintain sustained drives to neutralize Blanco’s quick-strike offense.
Main Squad:
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Adrian Medina – QB
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Jose Alvarado – RB
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Marco Castillo – WR/DB
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David Sanchez – LB
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Isaiah Ramirez – OL/DL
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Raul Hernandez – WR
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Miguel Torres – DB
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Diego Martinez – RB
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Samuel Lopez – OL
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Julian Gonzales – DL
Blanco Panthers (0-0)
The Blanco Panthers, ranked #2,582 nationally and #366 in Texas, open their season at home with high expectations. The Panthers will look to ride their speed on offense and swarm to the football on defense, using their balance and depth to gain the edge.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #2,582
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State Rank (TX): #366
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Key to Win: Use tempo to pressure Hondo’s defense and rely on their defensive front to dominate the line of scrimmage.
Main Squad:
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Luke Johnson – QB
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Mateo Cruz – RB
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Carson Wright – WR
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Andres Vega – WR/DB
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Tyler Hamilton – LB
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Xavier Reyes – OL/DL
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Caleb Foster – TE/DE
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Daniel Ramirez – RB
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Isaac Moreno – DB
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Ethan Powell – OL
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
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| Hondo Owls | #6,135 | #692 | 0-0 |
| Blanco Panthers | #2,582 | #366 | 0-0 |
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.
