A spotlight Friday night matchup takes center stage in East Texas as the Malakoff Tigers, one of the state’s top-ranked programs, travel to take on the West Rusk Raiders on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:30 PM. With Malakoff carrying state title aspirations and West Rusk eager to make a statement at home, this non-conference showdown promises fireworks.
Game Details
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Matchup: Malakoff (TX) @ West Rusk (New London, TX)
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Date & Time: 8/29/2025 – 7:30 PM
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Location: West Rusk High School, New London, TX
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Malakoff Tigers
The Tigers enter the 2025 season as one of the highest-ranked teams in Texas, sitting at #290 nationally and #46 in the state. Known for their speed, discipline, and balanced attack, Malakoff is expected to contend for a deep playoff run again this year.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #290
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State Rank (TX): #46
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Division Rank: #1
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Key to Win: Use their depth and tempo to wear down West Rusk while staying sharp on special teams.
Main Squad
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Ethan Johnson – QB
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Noah Ramirez – RB
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Caleb Torres – WR/DB
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Logan Davis – WR
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Isaiah Green – LB
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Hunter Brooks – OL/DL
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Cameron White – DB
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Tyson Allen – RB/WR
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Mason Flores – DL
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Christian Scott – TE/LB
West Rusk Raiders
The Raiders open the year ranked #3,371 nationally and #444 in Texas. While they enter as underdogs against a powerhouse opponent, West Rusk has the physicality and home-field energy to push Malakoff in an early-season test.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #3,371
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State Rank (TX): #444
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Division Rank: #21
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Key to Win: Control the pace with a strong ground game, limit turnovers, and keep Malakoff’s playmakers in check.
Main Squad
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Jaxon Reed – QB
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Elijah Brown – RB
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Marcus Hernandez – WR/DB
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Jordan Scott – WR
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Dylan Perez – LB
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Isaac Lopez – OL/DL
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Christian Torres – DB
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Hunter Ramirez – RB/WR
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Brayden Lee – DL
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Noah Carter – TE/LB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
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| Malakoff | 290 | 46 (TX) | 0-0 |
| West Rusk | 3,371 | 444 (TX) | 0-0 |
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