The 2025 Texas high school football season continues as the New Home Leopards travel to face the Liberty Patriots (Lubbock, TX) in a non-conference matchup on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Played at Liberty High School in Lubbock, this opener features New Home entering with a stronger preseason ranking, while Liberty looks to defend its home turf and deliver an early-season statement. Both programs come in 0-0, eager to kick off their campaigns with momentum.
Game Details
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Matchup: New Home (TX) @ Liberty (Lubbock, TX)
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Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Liberty High School, Lubbock, TX
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Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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New Home Leopards
The New Home Leopards enter 2025 ranked #5,543 nationally and #653 in Texas, carrying confidence into the season. With speed on offense and discipline on defense, the Leopards will look to strike quickly and keep Liberty on its heels. Road discipline and limiting penalties will be key to success.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #5,543
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State Rank (TX): #653
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Key to Win: Play fast offensively, win the turnover battle, and capitalize on Liberty’s defensive gaps.
Main Squad:
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Adrian Torres – QB
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Isaiah Martinez – RB
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Caleb Lopez – WR
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Michael Ramirez – WR/CB
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Nathan Hernandez – OL/DL
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Diego Chavez – TE/LB
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Xavier Flores – DB
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Brandon Gonzales – LB
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Hunter Morales – DL
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Cristian Vega – WR
Liberty Patriots
The Liberty Patriots begin the season ranked #11,698 nationally and #1,093 in Texas, seeking to pull off a home upset against the favored Leopards. Known for resilience and determination, Liberty will need to grind out long drives and limit explosive plays by New Home. Crowd energy could play a big role in helping them swing momentum.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #11,698
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State Rank (TX): #1,093
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Key to Win: Use home-field advantage, stay disciplined on defense, and finish drives with points.
Main Squad:
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Marcos Rivera – QB
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Elijah Brown – RB
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Gabriel Sanchez – WR
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Anthony Scott – WR/CB
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Luis Gonzales – OL/DL
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Alex Martinez – TE/LB
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Cristian Perez – DB
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Daniel Torres – LB
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Diego Morales – DL
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Hunter Johnson – WR
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
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| New Home | 5,543 | 653 | 0-0 |
| Liberty | 11,698 | 1,093 | 0-0 |
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.
