The 2025 high school football season delivers a marquee matchup as the Thatcher Eagles take on the Benjamin Franklin Chargers, with both teams entering at 2-0. The non-conference showdown is scheduled for Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM at Benjamin Franklin High School in Queen Creek, Arizona.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Thatcher (AZ) @ Benjamin Franklin (AZ)
○ Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Benjamin Franklin High School, Queen Creek, AZ
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Thatcher Eagles
Thatcher comes into this contest with a perfect 2-0 record, riding a high-powered offense and a stout defense that has only allowed 29 points through two games. Ranked #2,388 nationally and #44 in Arizona, the Eagles aim to dominate the line of scrimmage and keep the momentum rolling.
○ 2025 Record: 2-0
○ National Rank: #2,388
○ State Rank: #44 (AZ)
○ Class Rank: #2
○ Key to Win: Stay balanced offensively and force turnovers early.
Main Squad:
○ Ethan Ramirez – QB
○ Logan Brooks – RB
○ Adrian Torres – WR
○ Marcos Delgado – WR
○ Michael Herrera – OL
○ Gabriel Vasquez – LB
○ Xavier Cruz – DB
○ Isaiah Johnson – DL
○ Dominic Alvarez – TE
○ Blake Mendoza – LB
Benjamin Franklin Chargers
Benjamin Franklin also sits at 2-0, showing strong execution on both sides of the ball. Ranked #4,283 nationally and #74 in Arizona, the Chargers will rely on their passing game and home-field advantage to keep their winning streak alive.
○ 2025 Record: 2-0
○ National Rank: #4,283
○ State Rank: #74 (AZ)
○ Class Rank: #5
○ Key to Win: Protect the quarterback and create explosive plays in the secondary.
Main Squad:
○ Jaden Martinez – QB
○ Elijah Brooks – RB
○ Tyler Gonzales – WR
○ Cristian Rivera – WR
○ Nathaniel Lopez – OL
○ Marcos Chavez – LB
○ Jordan Herrera – DB
○ Blake Johnson – DL
○ Lucas Torres – TE
○ Adrian Mendoza – LB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Overall | Home | Away | Win % | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thatcher | #2,388 | #44 | #2 | 2-0 | 1-0 | 1-0 | 100% | 88 | 29 |
| Benjamin Franklin | #4,283 | #74 | #5 | 2-0 | 1-0 | 1-0 | 100% | 73 | 28 |
