The 2025 Arkansas high school football season heats up with a marquee non-conference showdown as the Benton Panthers host the Bryant Hornets on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams enter as contenders, with Bryant looking to defend its reputation as one of the state’s premier programs.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Bryant (Bryant, AR) vs Benton (Benton, AR)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Benton High School, Benton, AR
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Bryant Hornets
The Hornets begin the 2025 season as Arkansas’ top-ranked team, holding a #90 national ranking, #1 state ranking, and #1 class ranking. Known for dominance across the board, Bryant will aim to start their year strong against a tough Benton squad.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #90
○ State Rank: #1 (AR)
○ Class Rank: #1
○ Strengths: Elite talent, physicality, championship pedigree
○ Key to Win: Control tempo and capitalize on offensive efficiency
Benton Panthers
The Panthers open the year ranked #556 nationally, #9 in Arkansas, and #3 in their class. Benton will use the energy of their home crowd to challenge the Hornets in what could be one of the state’s most exciting opening-week matchups.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #556
○ State Rank: #9 (AR)
○ Class Rank: #3
○ Strengths: Balanced roster, home-field momentum, physical line play
○ Key to Win: Limit Bryant’s explosive plays and sustain drives
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryant Hornets | 90 | 1 (AR) | 1 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
| Benton Panthers | 556 | 9 (AR) | 3 | 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.