The 2025 high school football season rolls on with a non-conference matchup as the Northeast Guilford Rams (McLeansville, NC) travel to take on the West Stokes Wildcats (King, NC) on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:30 PM. The Rams look to stay unbeaten after two dominant wins, while the Wildcats aim to defend their home turf and improve to 2-1.
Game Details
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Matchup: Northeast Guilford Rams (NC) @ West Stokes Wildcats (NC)
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Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:30 PM
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Location: West Stokes High School, King, NC
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Northeast Guilford Rams
The Rams are off to a perfect 2-0 start, outscoring opponents 66-7 across two games. Ranked #6,642 nationally and #189 in North Carolina, Northeast Guilford has found balance on both sides of the ball, led by QB JaQuez Crawford, who already averages 185 passing yards and 201 total yards per game.
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2025 Record: 2-0
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National Rank: #6,642
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State Rank (NC): #189
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Class Rank: #28
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Key to Win: Maintain offensive balance, pressure the Wildcats early, and rely on their stingy defense to control the pace.
Main Squad:
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JaQuez Crawford – QB (#4, 185 passing yds & 201 total yds per game)
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Elijiah Jones – RB (#8, 52 rushing yds per game)
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Aaryn Tate – WR (#7, 74 receiving yds per game)
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Marcus Green – LB
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Isaiah Miller – DB
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Caleb Johnson – WR/DB
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Jordan Simmons – DL
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Malik Brown – WR
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Anthony Walker – LB
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Chris Daniels – OL
West Stokes Wildcats
The Wildcats are 1-1, showing a strong offensive push with 56 points scored through two games. Ranked #7,136 nationally and #208 in North Carolina, West Stokes has demonstrated resilience on the road but now faces their toughest opponent yet at home. To succeed, the Wildcats must limit Northeast Guilford’s passing attack and establish a strong run game.
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2025 Record: 1-1
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National Rank: #7,136
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State Rank (NC): #208
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Class Rank: #25
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Key to Win: Control time of possession, stay disciplined on defense, and protect their home field advantage.
Main Squad:
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Jordan Ellis – QB
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Marcus Reed – RB
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Isaiah Carter – WR/DB
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Caleb Turner – LB
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Jalen Parker – WR
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Anthony Baxter – OL
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Malik Johnson – DB
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Xavier Wallace – DL
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Chris Bryant – LB
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Noah Carter – OL
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record |
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| Northeast Guilford | 6,642 | 189 (NC) | 28 | 2-0 |
| West Stokes | 7,136 | 208 (NC) | 25 | 1-1 |
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.
