The 2025 high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as Bishop Watterson (Columbus, OH) hosts Middletown (DE) on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at 4:30 PM. This game marks the season opener for Middletown, while Bishop Watterson is coming off a strong win in their opener.
Game Details
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Matchup: Middletown (DE) vs. Bishop Watterson (OH)
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Date & Time: 8/30/2025 – 4:30 PM
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Location: Bishop Watterson High School, Columbus, OH
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Middletown (DE)
Middletown starts their 2025 campaign, looking to make a strong impression on the road. They will face a tough opponent in Bishop Watterson and will need to execute well on both sides of the ball to challenge them.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: 700
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State Rank (DE): 3
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Key to Win: Establish offensive consistency and control the tempo of the game with a solid defense.
Main Squad:
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Tyler Smith – QB
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Ethan Lewis – RB
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Jaden Miller – WR
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Ryan Johnson – OL
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David Moore – DL
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Luke Harris – LB
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Isaiah Green – DB
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Chris Foster – WR
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Elijah Walker – OL
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Mason Davis – CB
Bishop Watterson (OH)
Bishop Watterson enters this game with a win under their belt from their season opener. They will look to keep the momentum going at home and add another win to their record.
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2025 Record: 1-0
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National Rank: 104
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State Rank (OH): 6
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Key to Win: Build on their strong offensive performance from the first game and improve defensively to prevent Middletown from staying competitive.
Main Squad:
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Jack Johnson – QB
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Mason Clark – RB
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David Taylor – WR
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Isaiah Brown – OL
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Kevin Moore – DL
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Tyler Harris – LB
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James Foster – DB
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Eliot Green – WR
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Lucas Parker – OL
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Ryan Davis – CB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank (OH) | Overall Record |
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| Middletown | 700 | 3 | 0-0 |
| Bishop Watterson | 104 | 6 | 1-0 |
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.
