The 2025 high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as Cypress Ridge (Houston, TX) visits Nimitz (Houston, TX) on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The game will take place at Nimitz High School, where the Cougars will look to extend their perfect start while the Rams seek their first win of the season.
Game Details:
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Matchup: Cypress Ridge (TX) @ Nimitz (TX)
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Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Nimitz High School, Houston, TX
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Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Cypress Ridge Rams:
Cypress Ridge enters the game 0-1 after a 23-13 loss to MacArthur. Despite the defeat, the Rams showed flashes of potential and will look to improve their offensive output and tighten up their defense against Nimitz.
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2025 Record: 0-1
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National Rank: #8,191
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State Rank (TX): #851
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Key to Win: Improve their offensive play and minimize mistakes to outpace Nimitz and secure their first win.
Main Squad:
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Zachary Lane – QB
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Damien Smith – RB
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Joshua Davis – WR
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Chris Hartley – OL
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Marcus Brown – DB
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Elijah Clark – WR
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Tyler Jenkins – LB
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Carson Miles – DL
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Jaden Collins – OL
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Riley Thompson – DB
Nimitz Cougars:
Nimitz enters the game 1-0 after a 29-27 victory. The Cougars displayed strong offensive and defensive plays in a hard-fought game and will look to build on their momentum as they face Cypress Ridge at home.
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2025 Record: 1-0
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National Rank: #2,556
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State Rank (TX): #358
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Key to Win: Maintain their solid offensive attack and focus on defense to prevent Cypress Ridge from getting into a rhythm.
Main Squad:
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Tyler Brooks – QB
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Damian Cooper – RB
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Michael Johnson – WR
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Ethan Mitchell – OL
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James Owens – DL
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Julian Harris – DB
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Caleb White – WR
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Charles Scott – LB
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Sean Pendergrass – OL
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Isaiah Evans – DB
Rankings & Records:
| Team | National Rank | State Rank (TX) | Overall Record |
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| Cypress Ridge | 8,191 | 851 | 0-1 |
| Nimitz | 2,556 | 358 | 1-0 |
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