The 2025 Colorado high school football season continues with an in-town non-conference matchup as the Liberty Lancers host the Doherty Spartans on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM in Colorado Springs, CO. Both teams will look to start their seasons with a statement in this city rivalry clash.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Doherty (Colorado Springs, CO) vs Liberty (Colorado Springs, CO)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Liberty High School, Colorado Springs, CO
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Doherty Spartans
The Spartans open the season ranked #5,607 nationally, #60 in Colorado, and #15 in their class. Doherty brings athleticism and experience into the 2025 campaign, looking to use their speed and defensive pressure to challenge Liberty on the road.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #5,607
○ State Rank: #60 (CO)
○ Class Rank: #15
○ Strengths: Speed on both sides of the ball, defensive pressure, experienced roster
○ Key to Win: Create turnovers and establish a fast offensive rhythm
Liberty Lancers
Liberty begins the season ranked #8,161 nationally, #161 in Colorado, and #37 in their class. With home-field advantage and a hungry roster, the Lancers will look to play physical football and protect their home turf in this opening test.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #8,161
○ State Rank: #161 (CO)
○ Class Rank: #37
○ Strengths: Physical play, home-field support, balanced lineup
○ Key to Win: Control the line of scrimmage and finish drives offensively
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doherty Spartans | 5,607 | 60 (CO) | 15 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
| Liberty Lancers | 8,161 | 161 (CO) | 37 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
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