The Wilson Warriors (Florence, AL) host the Central Wildcats (Florence, AL) in a region showdown on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams enter at 1-1 and look to gain an early edge in conference play.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Central (AL) @ Wilson (AL)
○ Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Wilson High School, Florence, AL
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Central Wildcats
Central sits at 1-1, showing a balanced start with a home win and a road loss. Ranked #154 in Alabama and #20 in Class 4A, the Wildcats have scored 37 points while allowing 46, highlighting the need for more consistency on both sides of the ball.
○ 2025 Record: 1-1
○ National Rank: #5,622
○ State Rank: #154 (AL)
○ Class Rank: #20
○ Key to Win: Establish the run game and cut down on defensive lapses against Wilson’s scoring offense.
Main Squad:
○ Jalen Brooks – QB
○ Isaiah Carter – RB
○ Marcus Green – WR
○ Caleb Johnson – LB
○ Tyrese Walker – DB
○ Hunter Ellis – OL/DL
○ Elijah Moore – WR
○ Jordan Banks – DL
○ Malik Harris – RB
○ Xavier Hall – DB
Wilson Warriors
Wilson also enters 1-1, with a strong offensive showing of 68 points scored across two contests. Ranked #345 in Alabama and #59 in Class 4A, the Warriors will lean on their home-field advantage and explosive playmakers to secure their second win. Their defense, however, must step up after allowing 58 points.
○ 2025 Record: 1-1
○ National Rank: #11,992
○ State Rank: #345 (AL)
○ Class Rank: #59
○ Key to Win: Rely on offensive firepower while shoring up defensive coverage.
Main Squad:
○ Caleb Mitchell – QB
○ Jamari Scott – RB
○ Elijah Turner – WR
○ Marcus Allen – LB
○ Isaiah Foster – DB
○ Mason Carter – OL
○ Cameron Ellis – DL
○ Hunter Green – WR
○ Tyrell Banks – RB
○ Jordan Smith – DB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Overall | Home | Away | Win % | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central | #5,622 | #154 (AL) | #20 | 1-1 | 1-0 | 0-1 | .500 | 37 | 46 |
| Wilson | #11,992 | #345 (AL) | #59 | 1-1 | 1-0 | 0-0 | .500 |
