The Point Pleasant Big Blacks will travel across the river to face the Fairland Dragons in a border-state non-conference matchup. Point Pleasant will open its 2025 campaign on the road, while Fairland looks to rebound from a narrow 30-27 Week 1 loss. With both teams eager to set the tone for the season, this Friday night battle should be an exciting contest under the lights in Proctorville, OH.
Game Details
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Matchup: Point Pleasant Big Blacks @ Fairland Dragons
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Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Fairland High School (Proctorville, OH)
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Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Point Pleasant Big Blacks (WV)
Point Pleasant enters the 2025 season ranked #45 in West Virginia and will look to start strong on the road. Known for a physical brand of football, the Big Blacks will rely on controlling the line of scrimmage and forcing Fairland into long-yardage situations. Opening the year with a road win against an Ohio opponent would be a strong statement.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #7,440
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State Rank (WV): #45
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Class Rank: #15
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Key to Win: Establish the run game, maintain defensive discipline, and minimize penalties in key moments.
Main Squad – Point Pleasant Big Blacks
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QB: Carter Johnson
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RB: Hunter Perry
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WR: Mason Bryant
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WR: Landon Clark
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TE: Eli Roberts
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OL: Luke Daniels
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DL: Brody Smith
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LB: Colton Miller
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LB: Gavin Thomas
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DB: Chase Martin
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CB: Ryan Foster
Fairland Dragons (OH)
Fairland is looking to bounce back after a tough 30-27 loss to open the season. Ranked #293 in Ohio, the Dragons showed offensive promise but must tighten up defensively to secure their first win. Playing at home should provide a boost as they try to avoid an 0-2 start.
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2025 Record: 0-1
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National Rank: #4,818
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State Rank (OH): #293
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Division Rank: #31
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Key to Win: Clean up defensive coverage, finish drives in the red zone, and take advantage of home-field momentum.
Main Squad – Fairland Dragons
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QB: Jaxon Miller
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RB: Caleb Wilson
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WR: Aiden Brooks
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WR: Carter Hayes
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TE: Logan Price
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OL: Hunter Johnson
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DL: Mason Green
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LB: Tyler Reed
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LB: Nolan Scott
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DB: Gavin Cooper
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CB: Eli Thompson
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class/Division | Overall Record |
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| Point Pleasant Big Blacks (WV) | #7,440 | #45 (WV) | #15 | 0-0 |
| Fairland Dragons (OH) | #4,818 | #293 (OH) | #31 | 0-1 |
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