The Bismarck Lions return home looking to rebound after a tough season-opening loss, while the Mineral Springs Hornets aim to kick off their 2025 campaign with a statement victory. The two teams clash in a non-conference showdown on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM in Bismarck, Arkansas.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Mineral Springs (AR) @ Bismarck (AR)
○ Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Bismarck High School, Bismarck, AR
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Mineral Springs Hornets
Mineral Springs opens its 2025 season on the road against a hungry Bismarck squad. Ranked #9,158 nationally and #126 in Arkansas, the Hornets are looking to prove themselves as a tough competitor in Class 10. With fresh legs and eager playmakers, they’ll aim to control tempo early.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #9,158
○ State Rank: #126 (AR)
○ Class Rank: #10
○ Key to Win: Establish offensive rhythm early and capitalize on Bismarck’s defensive gaps.
Main Squad:
○ Jaylen Chandler – QB
○ Malik Washington – RB
○ Carson Tate – WR
○ Tyrese Hall – LB
○ Jaden McCoy – DB
○ Marcus Fletcher – OL/DL
○ Jamari Green – WR/DB
○ Braylon Johnson – RB/LB
○ Caleb Smith – TE
○ DeShawn Parker – DL
Bismarck Lions
Bismarck enters Week 2 at 0-1 following a narrow 34-28 road loss in their opener. Ranked #4,202 nationally and #61 in Arkansas, the Lions are considered one of the tougher Class 6 squads in the state. With home-field advantage, they’ll look to bounce back with a balanced offensive attack.
○ 2025 Record: 0-1
○ National Rank: #4,202
○ State Rank: #61 (AR)
○ Class Rank: #6
○ Key to Win: Limit turnovers, control the line of scrimmage, and finish drives in the red zone.
Main Squad:
○ Aiden Carter – QB
○ Landon Brewer – RB
○ Ty Miller – WR
○ Hunter James – LB
○ Colby Foster – DB
○ Jaxson Hayes – OL
○ Brayden Ross – WR/DB
○ Caleb Turner – DL
○ Mason Ward – RB/DB
○ Ethan Brown – TE/LB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Overall | Home | Away | Win % | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mineral Springs | #9,158 | #126 (AR) | #10 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | .000 | 0 | 0 |
| Bismarck | #4,202 | #61 (AR) | #6 | 0-1 | 0-0 | 0-1 | .000 | 28 | 34 |
