The 2025 season continues Friday night as Lord Botetourt (Daleville, VA) looks to stay hot after a dominant opening win when they travel to face the Rustburg Red Devils in a non-conference matchup. The game kicks off at 7:00 PM on August 29, 2025, at Rustburg High School, with both teams aiming to set the tone early in their campaigns.
Game Details
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Matchup: Lord Botetourt (VA) @ Rustburg (VA)
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Date & Time: 8/29/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Rustburg High School, Rustburg, VA
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Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Lord Botetourt Cavaliers
The Cavaliers are already in midseason form, cruising to a 49-12 road victory in Week 1. Ranked #52 in Virginia and #3,175 nationally, Lord Botetourt displayed balance on both sides of the ball, scoring in every quarter while shutting down their opponent after halftime. With momentum on their side, the Cavs aim to extend their strong start.
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2025 Record: 1-0
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National Rank: 3,175
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State Rank (VA): 52
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Division Rank: 5
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Key to Win: Maintain offensive tempo and defensive pressure to keep Rustburg from finding rhythm.
Main Squad (Projected):
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Cole Anderson – QB
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Mason Taylor – RB
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Brayden Ross – RB/DB
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Ethan Caldwell – WR
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Jalen Pierce – WR/DB
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Chris Holland – LB
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Zachary Thomas – OL/DL
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Hunter James – OL
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Dylan Carter – DB
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Marcus Green – DL
Rustburg Red Devils
Rustburg opens its 2025 season at home against one of the state’s toughest opponents. Ranked #80 in Virginia and #4,149 nationally, the Red Devils are looking to prove themselves after missing Week 1 action. With fresh legs and home-field advantage, Rustburg will try to slow down Lord Botetourt’s attack and spark an early-season statement win.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: 4,149
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State Rank (VA): 80
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Division Rank: 10
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Key to Win: Control possession with the run game and keep pressure on Lord Botetourt’s quarterback.
Main Squad (Projected):
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Cameron Williams – QB
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Malik Johnson – RB
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Jordan Ellis – WR
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Kaden Wright – WR/DB
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Tyrese Moore – LB
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Blake Anderson – DL
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Matthew Harris – OL
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Isaiah Cole – OL/DL
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Logan Bryant – DB
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Xavier Brown – LB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Div. Rank | Overall Record |
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| Lord Botetourt | 3,175 | 52 (VA) | 5 | 1-0 |
| Rustburg | 4,149 | 80 (VA) | 10 | 0-0 |
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