The 2025 high school football season continues in Detroit with a non-conference matchup as Pershing (Detroit, MI) visits Detroit Leadership Academy (Detroit, MI) on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 5:00 PM. Both teams are looking to kick off their seasons with a strong start in what should be a competitive city showdown.
Game Details
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Matchup: Pershing Doughboys @ Detroit Leadership Academy Cougars
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Date & Time: 8/29/2025 – 5:00 PM
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Location: Detroit Leadership Academy, Detroit, MI
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Pershing Doughboys
The Doughboys come into 2025 eager to make a statement and improve on last year’s campaign. With solid athleticism across their roster, Pershing will look to establish control early with physical defense and a fast-tempo offense.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #11,926
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State Rank (MI): #405
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Class Rank: #50
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Key to Win: Limit turnovers, control the line of scrimmage, and keep DLA’s playmakers in check.
Main Squad:
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Marcus Thompson – QB
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Jalen “JJ” Carter – RB
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Tyrese Wallace – WR/DB
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Donovan Green – LB
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Khalil Parker – OL/DL
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Antonio Harris – DB
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Elijah Walker – RB/SS
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Corey Johnson – WR
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Desmond Hill – LB/DE
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Jamal Robinson – DL
Detroit Leadership Academy Cougars
The Cougars host Pershing with confidence, looking to show growth and resilience this season. DLA has speed and versatility at key positions, and playing at home gives them added motivation to deliver an early-season victory.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #13,075
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State Rank (MI): #457
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Class Rank: #51
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Key to Win: Use quick offensive strikes, capitalize on Pershing’s mistakes, and maintain defensive discipline.
Main Squad:
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Andre Williams – QB
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Malik Johnson – RB/WR
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Isaiah Thomas – WR
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Cameron Brooks – DB
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Jamarion Davis – LB
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Devon Carter – OL/DL
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Trevon Mitchell – RB
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Chris Allen – WR/CB
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Khalid Moore – DL
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Anthony White – LB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Overall Record |
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| Pershing | #11,926 | #405 (MI) | #50 | 0-0 |
| Detroit Leadership Academy | #13,075 | #457 (MI) | #51 | 0-0 |
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