The 2025 Arkansas high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as the Smackover Buckaroos host the Drew Central Pirates on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams look to begin the year with momentum in what should be a competitive opener.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Drew Central (Monticello, AR) vs Smackover (Smackover, AR)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Smackover High School, Smackover, AR
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Drew Central Pirates
The Pirates open the 2025 season ranked #11,241 nationally, #152 in Arkansas, and #33 in their class. Drew Central will aim to establish consistency and look for playmakers to step up in a challenging road matchup.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #11,241
○ State Rank: #152 (AR)
○ Class Rank: #33
○ Strengths: Developing roster, motivated team, underdog mentality
○ Key to Win: Limit turnovers and find rhythm offensively
Smackover Buckaroos
The Buckaroos begin the year ranked #10,009 nationally, #136 in Arkansas, and #24 in their class. With home-field advantage, Smackover will look to start quickly and set the tone with their physical play.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #10,009
○ State Rank: #136 (AR)
○ Class Rank: #24
○ Strengths: Physical football, home-field edge, experienced players
○ Key to Win: Control the pace of the game and capitalize on scoring chances
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drew Central Pirates | 11,241 | 152 (AR) | 33 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
| Smackover Buckaroos | 10,009 | 136 (AR) | 24 | 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.