McKinney vs Lakeview Centennial (Texas) High School Football Game Preview, Main Roster and Record – 9/4/2025

The Lakeview Centennial Patriots of Garland, TX, welcome the McKinney Lions tonight—Thursday, 9/4/2025—at 7:00 PM in a non-conference clash at HBJ Stadium. Both programs opened their seasons with narrow defeats and aim to bounce back under the primetime lights.

Game Details

○ Matchup: McKinney @ Lakeview Centennial
○ Date & Time: 9/4/2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: HBJ Stadium, Garland, TX (garlandisd.net)
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps

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McKinney Lions

McKinney enters Week 2 at 0-1 after a close 21–17 loss. Ranked 418 nationally and 69 in Texas, the Lions remain a strong program with playoff aspirations.

○ 2025 Record: 0-1
○ National Rank: 418
○ State Rank (TX): 69
○ Class Rank: 38
○ Key to Win: Convert red-zone opportunities and limit costly penalties to secure their first win.

Main Squad:
○ Bryson Woods – QB
○ Cash Stevenson – WR
○ Jack Hodge – RB
○ Jason Nkwocha – RB
○ Braylon Thompson – WR
○ Jonah Butler – TE
○ Noah Castillo – LB
○ Samuel Davis – DL
○ Connor Malone – LB
○ Aiden Garcia – DB

Lakeview Centennial Patriots

Lakeview Centennial also dropped its opener in a defensive battle, 14–13. With a national rank of 3,652 and a state rank of 478, the Patriots will aim to rebound quickly in front of their home crowd.

○ 2025 Record: 0-1
○ National Rank: 3,652
○ State Rank (TX): 478
○ Class Rank: 181
○ Key to Win: Establish offensive rhythm early and protect the football against McKinney’s aggressive defense.

Main Squad:
○ Jaiden Powers – QB
○ Christian Jackson – WR
○ Malachi Grimes – WR
○ Zion Carter – RB
○ Ke’Andre Thomas – RB
○ Julian Lewis – TE
○ Kameron Bryant – LB
○ Terrance Williams – LB
○ Tyrese Morgan – DB
○ Xavier Reed – DB

Rankings & Records

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