The 2025 high school football season rolls on with a non-conference showdown as Central Wise (Norton, VA) visits Eastside (Coeburn, VA) on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams are hungry—Central Wise looks to open its season strong, while Eastside is fresh off a dominant Week 1 victory.
Game Details
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Matchup: Central Wise Warriors @ Eastside Spartans
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Date & Time: 8/29/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Eastside High School, Coeburn, VA
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Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Central Wise Warriors
The Warriors open their 2025 campaign looking to set the tone with physical play and balanced execution. Ranked #268 in Virginia, Central Wise will need to slow down Eastside’s tempo and establish their own identity on the road.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: 10,929
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State Rank (VA): 268
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Division Rank: 32
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Key to Win: Control possession, lean on their ground attack, and limit Eastside’s explosive passing game.
Main Squad (Projected):
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Carter Williams – QB
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Jackson Miller – RB
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Hunter Scott – WR/DB
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Matthew Cole – LB
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Ryan Patterson – WR
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Eli Brooks – DL
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Logan Daniels – DB
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Aaron Foster – OL/DL
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Bryce Collins – LB
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Colton Hayes – RB/DB
Eastside Spartans
The Spartans come in 1-0, having defeated Hurley 43-12 in their opener. Ranked #269 in Virginia, Eastside showed both offensive balance and defensive toughness. With momentum on their side, they’ll look to ride another big performance from their playmakers.
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2025 Record: 1-0
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National Rank: 10,937
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State Rank (VA): 269
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Division Rank: 20
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Points For/Against: 43-12 (+31)
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Key to Win: Keep the offensive pace high, get QB-WR connections established early, and pressure Central Wise’s backfield.
Main Squad (Leaders & Key Players):
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#12 Keldan Hamilton – RB (122 rushing yards per game)
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#11 Landon Pannell – QB (101 passing yards per game)
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#10 Rocky Bond – WR (101 receiving yards per game, 124 total yards)
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Caleb Bryant – LB
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Mason Cooper – OL/DL
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Chase Thompson – DB
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Aiden Miller – WR
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Luke Harris – LB
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Ethan Taylor – RB/DB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
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| Central Wise | 10,929 | 268 (VA) | 0-0 |
| Eastside | 10,937 | 269 (VA) | 1-0 |
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.
