The 2025 Texas high school football season kicks off with a non-conference matchup as the Arp Tigers travel to face the Harleton Wildcats on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:30 PM. This game will take place at Harleton High School, where both teams will look to make a strong statement in the season opener.
Game Details
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Matchup: Arp (TX) @ Harleton (TX)
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Date & Time: 8/29/2025 – 7:30 PM
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Location: Harleton High School, Harleton, TX
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Arp Tigers
The Tigers begin the 2025 season ranked #571 in Texas and #4,576 nationally, with a strong emphasis on their dynamic offense and solid defensive schemes. Arp will look to control the line of scrimmage and avoid mistakes against an energetic Harleton team on the road.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #4,576
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State Rank (TX): #571
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Section Rank: #166
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Division Rank: #30
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Key to Win: Control the tempo with a balanced offensive attack, focus on special teams, and minimize turnovers.
Main Squad:
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Adrian Torres – QB
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Isaiah Johnson – RB
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Caleb Martinez – WR
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Jordan Scott – WR
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Daniel Lopez – OL
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Xavier Ramirez – DL
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Matthew Hernandez – LB
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Elijah Brown – LB
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Anthony Cruz – DB
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Nathan Flores – DB
Harleton Wildcats
Harleton enters the season ranked #902 in Texas and #8,957 nationally, but the Wildcats will look to use their home-field advantage to pull off an upset in this early-season clash. With a focus on hard-nosed football, Harleton will try to dictate the game’s pace and disrupt Arp’s rhythm.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #8,957
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State Rank (TX): #902
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Section Rank: #249
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Division Rank: #62
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Key to Win: Dominate the ground game, stay disciplined defensively, and capitalize on field position.
Main Squad:
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Jalen Martinez – QB
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Malik Thompson – RB
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Christopher Gonzales – WR
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Tyler Johnson – WR
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Luis Perez – OL
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Gabriel Torres – DL
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Isaiah Scott – LB
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Brandon Ramirez – LB
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Elijah Sanchez – DB
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Noah Cruz – DB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record | Home | Away | Win % | PF | PA |
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| Arp | #4,576 | #571 (TX) | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | .000 | 0 | 0 |
| Harleton | #8,957 | #902 (TX) | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | .000 | 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.
