The Thorndale Bulldogs (TX) will host the Thrall Tigers (TX) in a classic small-school rivalry-style non-conference opener on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both squads come into the season evenly matched in the state rankings, and this game promises to set the tone for their fall campaigns.
Game Details
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Matchup: Thrall Tigers @ Thorndale Bulldogs
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Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Thorndale High School (Thorndale, TX)
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Thrall Tigers
The Tigers look to lean on their toughness up front and a run-heavy attack to try and control the tempo of the game. With plenty of returning experience, Thrall’s goal is to wear down defenses across four quarters.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: 7,906 | Texas Rank: 823
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Key to Win: Use their offensive line to dominate time of possession and keep Thorndale’s playmakers off the field.
Main Squad:
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Adrian Vasquez – QB
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Miguel Torres – RB
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Carlos Ramirez – RB/LB
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Julian Perez – WR
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Gabriel Sanchez – OL/DL
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Marco Lopez – OL
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Antonio Herrera – TE/LB
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David Castillo – LB
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Isaac Martinez – DB
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Javier Ortega – DB
Thorndale Bulldogs
Thorndale has home field advantage and will look to start their season strong behind a quick-hitting offense and opportunistic defense. Their athleticism at the skill positions could be the difference if the game opens up.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: 7,249 | Texas Rank: 775
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Key to Win: Push the pace early, create turnovers, and exploit Thrall’s secondary with the passing game.
Main Squad:
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Luis Hernandez – QB
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Kevin Moreno – RB
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Marcos DeLeon – WR
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Damian Garza – WR/DB
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Ricardo Flores – OL/DL
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Andres Vega – OL
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Joel Ramirez – TE/LB
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Victor Rios – LB
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Samuel Alvarez – DB
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Adrian Gutierrez – DB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | Texas Rank | Overall Record |
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| Thrall | 7,906 | 823 | 0-0 |
| Thorndale | 7,249 | 775 | 0-0 |
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