Week 2 of the 2025 high school football season continues with a Friday Night Rivals Game of the Week as Daniel Boone (Gray, TN) travels to face Union (Big Stone Gap, VA) in a non-conference matchup on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:30 PM. The Trailblazers are still searching for their first win, while the Bears look to remain unbeaten and defend their home field.
Game Details
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Matchup: Daniel Boone (TN) @ Union (VA)
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Date & Time: Friday, September 5, 2025 – 7:30 PM
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Location: Union High School, Big Stone Gap, VA
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Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Daniel Boone Trailblazers
The Trailblazers enter this contest at 0-2, ranked #8,327 nationally and #209 in Tennessee. Despite a slow start, Daniel Boone has shown flashes of potential but must tighten its defense, which has allowed 62 points through two games. The offense will need to find consistency to keep pace with Union’s scoring attack.
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2025 Record: 0-2
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National Rank: #8,327
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State Rank (TN): #209
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Class Rank: #37
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Key to Win: Control possession, reduce turnovers, and limit Union’s explosive first-half offense.
Main Squad:
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Ethan Clark – QB
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Brayden Miller – RB
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Jaxon Hayes – WR
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Caleb Johnson – LB
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Trevor Simmons – DB
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Landon Foster – OL
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Aiden Carter – DL
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Dylan Greene – WR
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Mason Scott – TE
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Logan Parker – LB
Union Bears
Union opened its 2025 season in dominant fashion with a 49-14 win, proving why they’re one of Virginia’s top-ranked squads. Currently #4,700 nationally and #104 in Virginia, the Bears rely on explosive scoring early in games, posting 28 points in the first quarter alone last week. With home-field advantage and a balanced roster, Union aims to stay perfect.
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2025 Record: 1-0
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National Rank: #4,700
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State Rank (VA): #104
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Division Rank: #8
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Key to Win: Start fast, maintain defensive discipline, and continue their efficient offensive tempo.
Main Squad:
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Hunter James – QB
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Tyler Lawson – RB
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Noah Bradley – WR
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Connor Mitchell – LB
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Jordan Fields – DB
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Wyatt Thompson – OL
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Marcus Bell – DL
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Chase Allen – WR
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Parker Stevens – LB
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Eli Johnson – TE
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Division/Class | Overall Record | Home | Away | PF | PA |
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| Daniel Boone | 8,327 | 209 (TN) | 37 | 0-2 | 0-1 | 0-1 | 17 | 62 |
| Union | 4,700 | 104 (VA) | 8 | 1-0 | 1-0 | 0-0 | 49 | 14 |
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.
