The 2025 high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup between J.I. Burton (Norton, VA) and Unaka (Elizabethton, TN) on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The game will be held at Unaka High School, where both teams aim to secure their first win of the season.
Game Details
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Matchup: J.I. Burton @ Unaka
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Date & Time: 8/29/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Unaka High School, Elizabethton, TN
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Live Coverage: Watch live on NFHS Network
J.I. Burton
J.I. Burton enters the game with a 0-0 record, as this will be their season opener. The team is looking to establish themselves early and build momentum for the rest of the season.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #12,787
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State Rank (VA): #314
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Key to Win: J.I. Burton needs to find rhythm on both offense and defense to start their season strong.
Main Squad:
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Tyler Jones – QB
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Marcus Smith – RB
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Josh Miller – WR
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Evan Clark – LB
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Jake Parker – DB
Unaka
Unaka enters the game with a 0-1 record after a tough 61-0 loss in their season opener. The team will focus on bouncing back from their opening loss with improvements on both offense and defense.
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2025 Record: 0-1
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National Rank: #13,195
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State Rank (TN): #338
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Key to Win: Unaka needs to develop offensive consistency and tighten their defense to bounce back and secure their first win.
Main Squad:
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Jason Green – QB
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Adam Thomas – RB
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Eric Bell – WR
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Mark Foster – LB
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Derek Hamilton – DB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank (TN/VA) | Overall Record |
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| J.I. Burton | #12,787 | #314 (VA) | 0-0 |
| Unaka | #13,195 | #338 (TN) | 0-1 |
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.
