Friday night brings a Kanawha Valley clash as the Poca Dots travel to Buffalo for a conference matchup under the lights. Both programs are looking to make an early statement in the 2025 season, with Poca entering as a top-75 team in the state and Buffalo hungry to defend its home field. Kickoff is set for Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM at Buffalo High School.
Game Details
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Matchup: Poca Dots @ Buffalo Bison
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Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Buffalo High School (Buffalo, WV)
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Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Poca Dots (WV)
The Dots kick off their 2025 campaign ranked #75 in West Virginia. Known for their athletic playmakers and aggressive defense, Poca will be looking to capitalize on early momentum. The key for Poca will be keeping mistakes to a minimum and using their speed to break big plays against Buffalo’s defensive front.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #10,996
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State Rank (WV): #75
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Class Rank: #21
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Key to Win: Control the tempo, finish drives in the red zone, and win the turnover battle.
Main Squad – Poca Dots
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QB: Landon Cooper
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RB: Mason Taylor
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WR: Gavin Reed
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WR: Eli Johnson
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TE: Carter Allen
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OL: Wyatt Daniels
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DL: Hunter Foster
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LB: Nolan Price
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LB: Colton Scott
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DB: Chase West
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CB: Ryan Brooks
Buffalo Bison (WV)
Buffalo enters the season ranked outside the state’s top 100 but carries the advantage of playing at home. The Bison will look to lean on their physical ground game and disciplined defense to counter Poca’s quick-strike potential.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #13,415
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State Rank (WV): #105
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Class Rank: #31
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Key to Win: Establish the run early, contain Poca’s perimeter speed, and capitalize on field position.
Main Squad – Buffalo Bison
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QB: Aiden Moore
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RB: Carson Johnson
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WR: Logan Reed
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WR: Tyler Allen
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TE: Gavin Miller
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OL: Mason Clark
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DL: Wyatt Roberts
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LB: Dylan Hughes
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LB: Eli Foster
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DB: Chase Daniels
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CB: Ryan Stewart
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank (WV) | Class Rank | Overall Record |
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| Poca Dots | #10,996 | #75 | #21 | 0-0 |
| Buffalo Bison | #13,415 | #105 | #31 | 0-0 |
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