The 2025 Arkansas high school football season kicks off with a non-conference matchup as the England Lions host the Bigelow Panthers on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams open their seasons with expectations of improvement and will look to set the tone early in front of their fans.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Bigelow (Bigelow, AR) vs England (England, AR)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: England High School, England, AR
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Bigelow Panthers
The Panthers open the year ranked #7,259 nationally, #104 in Arkansas, and #4 in their class. With a tradition of strong play in the trenches, Bigelow will look to lean on their physicality and experienced roster to earn a tough road win.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #7,259
○ State Rank: #104 (AR)
○ Class Rank: #4
○ Strengths: Physical line play, experienced roster, tough defense
○ Key to Win: Control the line of scrimmage and finish drives with points
England Lions
The Lions enter the season ranked #11,498 nationally, #155 in Arkansas, and #16 in their class. Looking to improve upon last year, England will rely on home-field energy and a motivated roster as they begin their 2025 campaign.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #11,498
○ State Rank: #155 (AR)
○ Class Rank: #16
○ Strengths: Home-field advantage, motivated squad, speed on the perimeter
○ Key to Win: Eliminate mistakes and create scoring opportunities early
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bigelow Panthers | 7,259 | 104 (AR) | 4 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
| England Lions | 11,498 | 155 (AR) | 16 | 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.