The 2025 Texas high school football season rolls forward with a non-conference matchup as the West Fork Gators travel to Bryan to face the Rudder Rangers on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:30 PM. Both teams look to establish themselves early in the season and set the tone for their campaigns under the lights at Merrill Green Stadium.
Game Details
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Matchup: West Fork (Kingwood, TX) @ Rudder (Bryan, TX)
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Date & Time: 8/29/2025 – 7:30 PM
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West Fork Gators
West Fork heads into 2025 looking to climb the Texas high school football ranks. Currently #6,543 nationally and #718 in Texas, the Gators will rely on team speed and execution to upset Rudder on the road.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #6,543
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State Rank (TX): #718
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Division Rank: #80
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Key to Win: Minimize mistakes, utilize quick passing, and stay aggressive on defense.
Main Squad
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Jayden Scott – QB
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Michael Lopez – RB
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Aiden Brooks – WR/DB
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Carter Johnson – WR
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Ethan Ramirez – LB
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Noah Collins – OL/DL
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Bryce Allen – DB
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Logan Torres – RB/WR
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Daniel Hughes – DL
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Tristan White – TE/LB
Rudder Rangers
The Rangers enter the new season with solid momentum and the benefit of home-field advantage. Ranked #4,048 nationally and #514 in Texas, Rudder will look to lean on discipline and consistency to start their year on the right track.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #4,048
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State Rank (TX): #514
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Division Rank: #61
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Key to Win: Establish dominance in the trenches, run the ball effectively, and control time of possession.
Main Squad
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Caleb Johnson – QB
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Marcus Hernandez – RB
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Elijah Wright – WR/DB
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Dylan Carter – WR
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Jordan Smith – LB
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Isaac Flores – OL/DL
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Tyler Green – DB
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Cameron Perez – RB/WR
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Hunter Brown – DL
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Zachary Reed – TE/LB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
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| West Fork | 6,543 | 718 (TX) | 0-0 |
| Rudder | 4,048 | 514 (TX) | 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.
