The 2025 Texas high school football season rolls on with a compelling non-conference matchup as the Royse City Bulldogs visit the Plano East Panthers on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. This game at Kimbrough Stadium in Plano, TX, pits two programs looking to make early statements in their respective campaigns. Both teams bring talent and energy into Week 1, eager to start their seasons with momentum.
Game Details
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Matchup: Royse City (TX) @ Plano East (TX)
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Date & Time: 8/29/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Kimbrough Stadium, Plano, TX
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Royse City Bulldogs
The Bulldogs enter 2025 ranked inside the Texas top 300, with strong regional aspirations and a balanced approach. Building off last year’s competitive outings, Royse City will look to control the trenches and sustain drives against a talented Plano East defense.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #1,844
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Texas Rank: #264
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Key to Win: Establish rhythm early on offense and limit big plays from Plano East’s speedy wideouts.
Main Squad:
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#2 Jaden Walker – QB
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#4 Malachi James – WR
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#6 Bryson Hall – RB
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#8 Caleb Simmons – WR/DB
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#12 Chris Taylor – LB
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#20 Darius Johnson – RB/DB
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#33 Logan Price – LB
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#44 Marcus Stevens – DL
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#55 Xavier Scott – OL/DL
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#70 Brandon Ellis – OL
Plano East Panthers
Plano East begins the season ranked among the top 200 programs in Texas, boasting a fast-paced offense and a defense that thrives on creating turnovers. With home field advantage at Kimbrough Stadium, the Panthers aim to send a message in their opener.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #1,250
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Texas Rank: #192
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Key to Win: Leverage offensive tempo and use defensive pressure to disrupt Royse City’s passing game.
Main Squad:
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#1 Jordan Banks – QB
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#3 Isaiah Kelly – WR
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#5 Cameron Thomas – RB
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#7 Xavier Reed – WR/DB
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#10 Jalen Moore – WR
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#15 DeShawn Carter – LB
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#22 Malik Owens – DB
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#50 Elijah Robinson – OL
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#54 Andre Mitchell – DL
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#72 Carter Hill – OL
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | Texas Rank | Overall Record | Home | Away |
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| Royse City | 1,844 | 264 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Plano East | 1,250 | 192 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 |
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.
