The 2025 Arkansas high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as the Earle Bulldogs host the Barton Bears on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams are hungry to start the year with a statement win as they battle under the Friday night lights.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Barton (Lexa, AR) vs Earle (Earle, AR)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Earle High School, Earle, AR
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Barton Bears
The Bears enter ranked #10,054 nationally, #139 in Arkansas, and #28 in their class. Barton will rely on its defensive toughness and physical style of play to compete in this road test.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #10,054
○ State Rank: #139 (AR)
○ Class Rank: #28
○ Strengths: Physical defense, experienced players, strong fundamentals
○ Key to Win: Control the line of scrimmage and win the turnover battle
Earle Bulldogs
The Bulldogs come in ranked #9,632 nationally, #131 in Arkansas, and #11 in their class. With home-field advantage, Earle will look to use its speed and offensive playmakers to jumpstart the season with a win.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #9,632
○ State Rank: #131 (AR)
○ Class Rank: #11
○ Strengths: Speed, offensive playmakers, home support
○ Key to Win: Capitalize on big plays and maintain defensive pressure
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barton Bears | 10,054 | 139 (AR) | 28 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
| Earle Bulldogs | 9,632 | 131 (AR) | 11 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
Melvin Smith is a high school sports enthusiast with a passion for capturing the energy of student competitions. He enjoys sharing stories that celebrate athletes’ dedication and the community spirit of the game.