The 2025 high school football season continues with an early non-conference matchup as Pine Prairie (LA) visits Westminster Christian Academy (Opelousas, LA) on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams are looking to kick off their seasons with a statement win as they test their depth and execution under Friday night lights.
Game Details
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Matchup: Pine Prairie (LA) @ Westminster Christian Academy (LA)
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Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Westminster Christian Academy, Opelousas, LA
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Pine Prairie Panthers
The Panthers enter 2025 looking to build a competitive season and climb the Class 40 state rankings. After a challenging previous campaign, Pine Prairie is determined to show improvements on both sides of the ball. Establishing offensive rhythm early and containing WCA’s versatile attack will be critical.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #13,778
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State Rank (LA): #311
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Class Rank: #40
Key to Win: Maintain discipline on defense, control time of possession, and convert red-zone opportunities into points.
Main Squad (Sample Core):
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Kendrick Johnson – QB
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Darius Simon – RB
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Tyrell Washington – WR
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Marcus LeBlanc – LB
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Anthony Batiste – DB
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Jamari Green – DL
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Caleb Fontenot – WR/CB
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Logan Broussard – OL/DL
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Jordan Hayes – RB
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Elijah Martin – FS
Westminster Christian Academy Crusaders
The Crusaders come into 2025 motivated to climb higher in the Louisiana rankings. Playing at home, WCA will aim to control momentum with their balanced offense and fast defensive front. Early execution and limiting turnovers will be key in setting the tone for their season opener.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #10,161
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State Rank (LA): #221
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Class Rank: #18
Key to Win: Leverage home-field advantage, establish tempo on offense, and pressure Pine Prairie’s quarterback to disrupt their rhythm.
Main Squad (Sample Core):
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Christian Dupre – QB
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Malik Richard – RB/OLB
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Andre Collins – WR
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Jeremiah Landry – WR/DB
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Noah Gaspard – LB
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Hunter Guillory – OL/DL
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Devin Charles – DB
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Ethan Romero – TE/LB
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Isaac Miller – DL
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Javon Thompson – RB/CB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
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| Pine Prairie | #13,778 | #311 (LA) | 0-0 |
| WCA | #10,161 | #221 (LA) | 0-0 |
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