The Elder Panthers (2-0) travel to face the Springboro Panthers (2-0) in a high-profile non-conference showdown on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams are unbeaten, bringing early-season momentum into what promises to be one of Ohio’s most competitive Week 3 matchups.
Game Details
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Matchup: Elder (Cincinnati, OH) Panthers @ Springboro (OH) Panthers
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Date & Time: Friday, September 5, 2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Springboro High School, Springboro, OH
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Elder Panthers (Cincinnati)
Elder enters 2-0, ranked #19 in Ohio and #236 nationally, after a strong start where they’ve outscored opponents 62-20. Known for their fast starts, the Panthers have averaged 20 points in the first quarter this season. To stay unbeaten, Elder must keep their early momentum rolling and protect the ball against a Springboro defense that has been lights out.
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2025 Record: 2-0
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National Rank: #236
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State Rank (OH): #19
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Division Rank: #9
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Key to Win: Build an early lead with explosive offense, and rely on their stout front seven to limit Springboro’s balanced attack.
Main Squad:
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Ben Schoster – QB – Leader of the offense, accurate and experienced.
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Luke Flowers – RB – Workhorse runner who sets the tone.
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Carson Brown – WR – Top target with speed and size.
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Drew Ramsey – WR/DB – Versatile two-way playmaker.
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Ethan Post – OL – Veteran lineman providing protection.
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Cole Ucchino – LB – Tackling leader and defensive captain.
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Logan Knapp – DL – Disruptor in the trenches.
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Chase Murphy – DB – Key figure in the secondary.
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Patrick O’Brien – WR – Additional weapon in the passing game.
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Tyler Vollmer – LB – Brings physicality to the defense.
Springboro Panthers
Springboro also stands at 2-0, ranked #53 in Ohio, and has allowed just 7 total points across two games. With a defense averaging just 3.5 points allowed per game, Springboro has relied on discipline and efficiency, while the offense has averaged 29.5 points per game. They’ll look to use home-field advantage to pull off an upset against Elder.
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2025 Record: 2-0
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National Rank: #888
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State Rank (OH): #53
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Division Rank: #22
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Key to Win: Continue defensive dominance, capitalize on turnovers, and finish drives to keep pace with Elder’s quick-strike ability.
Main Squad:
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Landon Brown – QB – Efficient passer and field general.
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Myles Walker – RB – Brings speed and toughness to the ground game.
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Jaxon Reed – WR – Reliable deep-threat option.
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Caleb Simmons – WR/DB – Two-way contributor with playmaking skills.
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Ethan Roberts – LB – Defensive leader and run-stopping presence.
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Brady Thomas – DB – Locks down opposing receivers.
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Connor Hayes – OL/DL – Anchor in the trenches.
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Nick Caldwell – LB – Tackling machine.
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Dylan Matthews – WR – Adds another dimension to the passing game.
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Jake Harmon – DL – Disrupts backfields with pressure.
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Division Rank | Overall Record |
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| Elder | #236 | #19 (OH) | #9 | 2-0 |
| Springboro | #888 | #53 (OH) | #22 | 2-0 |
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