The 2025 Texas high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as the Arlington Heights Christian Lions (Corpus Christi, TX) travel to face the Benavides Eagles (Benavides, TX) on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both small-school programs will look to start the year strong and set the tone for their fall campaigns.
Game Details
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Matchup: Arlington Heights Christian (TX) @ Benavides (TX)
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Date & Time: 8/29/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Benavides High School, Benavides, TX
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Arlington Heights Christian Lions
The Lions begin their 2025 season on the road, seeking to show growth and resilience. Without a current national or state ranking, Arlington Heights Christian will need disciplined execution and consistency on both sides of the ball to compete against Benavides.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: Unranked
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State Rank (TX): Not Listed
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Key to Win: Control possession with their run game, limit defensive breakdowns, and avoid penalties.
Main Squad:
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Adrian Torres – QB
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Isaiah Lopez – RB
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Marcus Johnson – WR
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Gabriel Ramirez – WR/DB
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Elijah Cruz – LB
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Brandon Hernandez – DL
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Daniel Perez – DB
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Nathan Gonzales – OL
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Cristian Vega – RB
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Luis Martinez – LB
Benavides Eagles
The Eagles open their season at home with energy and confidence. While also unranked nationally and statewide, Benavides will look to use home-field advantage and physical play to set the tone against the visiting Lions.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: Unranked
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State Rank (TX): Not Listed
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Key to Win: Establish an early offensive rhythm, pressure the quarterback defensively, and capitalize on field position.
Main Squad:
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Michael Rodriguez – QB
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David Sanchez – RB
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Xavier Hernandez – WR
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Angel Torres – WR/DB
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Christopher Gonzales – LB
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Anthony Flores – DL
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Isaiah Martinez – DB
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Jacob Rivera – OL
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Jonathan Cruz – RB/WR
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Mateo Alvarez – LB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
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| Arlington Heights Christian | — | — | 0-0 |
| Benavides Eagles | — | — | 0-0 |
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