The Whitesboro Bearcats kick off their season on the road against the North Lamar Panthers in a non-conference showdown in Paris, Texas. With both teams eager to start 2025 strong, this matchup will test depth, execution, and early-season chemistry under the Friday night lights.
Game Details
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Matchup: Whitesboro (TX) @ North Lamar (Paris, TX)
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Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: North Lamar High School, Paris, TX
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Whitesboro Bearcats
Whitesboro enters the new season ranked just outside the Texas top 275 and within the top 2,000 nationally. With a balanced offense and a returning core of playmakers, the Bearcats will look to impose their will on the ground and through the air.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: 1,997
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State Rank (TX): 280
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Key to Win: Establish early tempo, protect the football, and leverage their higher-ranked roster to control the line of scrimmage.
Main Squad:
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Jaxon Miller – QB
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Isaiah Thomas – RB
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Caleb Brooks – WR
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Mason Carter – WR/DB
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Elijah Robinson – LB
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Nathan Scott – OL/DL
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Christian Ramirez – DB
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Tyler Evans – TE/LB
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Xavier Lopez – DE
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Michael Johnson – RB
North Lamar Panthers
North Lamar begins the 2025 campaign ranked outside the Texas top 700 but will have the home-field advantage and community support on their side. To compete with Whitesboro, the Panthers must stay disciplined defensively and capitalize on any big-play opportunities.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: 6,412
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State Rank (TX): 709
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Key to Win: Slow down Whitesboro’s offensive rhythm, avoid early mistakes, and rely on physicality to wear down the Bearcats.
Main Squad:
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Adrian Martinez – QB
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Carter Williams – RB
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Jayden Scott – WR
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Elijah Torres – WR/CB
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Gabriel Johnson – LB
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Samuel Wright – OL/DL
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Daniel King – DB
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Anthony Brooks – TE/LB
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Luke Ramirez – DE
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Xavier Green – RB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
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| Whitesboro | 1,997 | 280 | 0-0 |
| North Lamar | 6,412 | 709 | 0-0 |
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