The 2025 Texas high school football season continues with a marquee non-conference matchup as the Idalou Wildcats hit the road to face the Sweetwater Mustangs on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The game will be played at Sweetwater High School, where both programs look to open the year with a strong statement.
Game Details
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Matchup: Idalou (TX) @ Sweetwater (TX)
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Date & Time: 8/29/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Sweetwater High School, Sweetwater, TX
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Idalou Wildcats
Idalou opens the 2025 season ranked #521 in Texas and #4,127 nationally. A traditionally tough small-school program, the Wildcats will rely on their signature defensive toughness and run-first offense to try and grind down the Mustangs on the road.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #4,127
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State Rank (TX): #521
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Section Rank: #136
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Division Rank: #26
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Key to Win: Dominate time of possession, capitalize on turnovers, and keep Sweetwater’s passing attack off-balance.
Main Squad:
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Adrian Ramirez – QB
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Joseph Martinez – RB
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Gabriel Gonzales – WR/DB
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Diego Lopez – WR
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Matthew Torres – LB
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Xavier Garcia – DL
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Isaac Herrera – OL
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Julian Cruz – DB
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Nathan Salinas – RB
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Elijah Perez – LB
Sweetwater Mustangs
The Mustangs enter 2025 ranked #592 in Texas and #4,833 nationally. With a tradition of speed and big-play potential, Sweetwater will look to use their aerial attack to stretch Idalou’s defense and energize the home crowd.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #4,833
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State Rank (TX): #592
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Section Rank: #156
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Division Rank: #47
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Key to Win: Protect the quarterback, generate explosive plays in the passing game, and hold up against Idalou’s physical run game.
Main Squad:
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Ethan Rivera – QB
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Isaiah Johnson – RB
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Marcus Flores – WR
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David Sanchez – WR/DB
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Christopher Allen – LB
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Jordan Vasquez – DL
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Luis Ramirez – OL
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Benjamin Herrera – DB
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Elijah Morales – RB
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Adrian Gonzales – LB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
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| Idalou | #4,127 | #521 | 0-0 |
| Sweetwater | #4,833 | #592 | 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.
