The 2025 high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as Eastern (Louisville, KY) visits Fairdale (KY) on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:30 PM. Both teams enter winless at 0-2, making this clash a pivotal opportunity to grab their first victory and build momentum moving forward.
Game Details
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Matchup: Eastern (KY) @ Fairdale (KY)
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Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:30 PM
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Location: Fairdale High School (Fairdale, KY)
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Eastern Eagles
The Eagles enter at 0-2, ranked #8,954 nationally and #131 in Kentucky. Despite the slow start, Eastern has shown offensive flashes, averaging 258 yards per game, fueled by QB Isaac Rodriguez’s dual-threat ability. Defensively, they’ve given up 72 points, meaning tighter coverage and tackling will be critical.
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2025 Record: 0-2
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National Rank: #8,954
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State Rank (KY): #131
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Key to Win: Rely on Rodriguez’s arm to control the tempo while the defense must create turnovers to slow Fairdale’s attack.
Main Squad:
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Isaac Rodriguez – QB/RB
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Zion Barnes – WR
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Gabriel Killingsworth – LB
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Riley Baker – DL
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Malik Henderson – WR/DB
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Carter Owens – OL/DL
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Tyler Collins – RB/LB
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Evan Daniels – WR/CB
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Jordan Reese – OL
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Kameron White – DB
Fairdale Bulldogs
The Bulldogs also stand at 0-2, ranked #8,951 nationally and #129 in Kentucky. Fairdale has struggled offensively, averaging only 8.5 points per game while surrendering 59 points across two contests. Playing at home, the Bulldogs will look to fix their scoring woes and use defensive toughness to keep Eastern in check.
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2025 Record: 0-2
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National Rank: #8,951
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State Rank (KY): #129
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Key to Win: Find balance on offense and limit Rodriguez’s passing success while capitalizing on home-field advantage.
Main Squad:
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Jalen Carter – QB
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Noah Thompson – RB
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Kaden Price – WR/CB
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Michael Harris – WR/FS
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Logan Bennett – LB
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Cameron Foster – OL/DL
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Bryce Williams – RB/LB
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Owen Parker – DL
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Trent Hughes – WR
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Derrick Allen – DB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record | Points For (PF) | Points Against (PA) | Avg. PPG |
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| Eastern | #8,954 | #131 (KY) | 0-2 | 41 | 72 | 20.5 |
| Fairdale | #8,951 | #129 (KY) | 0-2 | 17 | 59 | 8.5 |
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