The 2025 Arkansas high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as the Mena Bearcats host the De Queen Leopards on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams aim to start the season strong and gain momentum in this early-season rivalry clash.
Game Details
○ Matchup: De Queen (De Queen, AR) vs Mena (Mena, AR)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Mena High School, Mena, AR
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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De Queen Leopards
The Leopards enter ranked #9,402 nationally, #130 in Arkansas, and #29 in their class. De Queen will look to use its defensive grit and strong fundamentals to compete on the road.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #9,402
○ State Rank: #130 (AR)
○ Class Rank: #29
○ Strengths: Defensive fundamentals, discipline, motivated roster
○ Key to Win: Minimize mistakes and sustain drives
Mena Bearcats
The Bearcats come in ranked #5,760 nationally, #84 in Arkansas, and #21 in their class. With home-field advantage, Mena will rely on its offensive playmakers and energy to open the season with a win.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #5,760
○ State Rank: #84 (AR)
○ Class Rank: #21
○ Strengths: Offensive weapons, home-field advantage, team speed
○ Key to Win: Control the tempo and capitalize on scoring chances
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| De Queen Leopards | 9,402 | 130 (AR) | 29 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mena Bearcats | 5,760 | 84 (AR) | 21 | 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.