The 2025 high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as Ellison (Killeen, TX) faces off against Killeen (TX) on September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams are coming into the game with a 0-1 record, eager to bounce back from tough season-opening losses.
Game Details
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Matchup: Ellison (Killeen, TX) @ Killeen (TX)
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Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Leo Buckley Stadium, Killeen, TX
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Ellison Eagles
Ellison comes into this game with an 0-1 record after a high-scoring loss to Copperas Cove, where they put up 46 points but allowed 50. Their offense was strong, but their defense struggled to stop the opposition. They will need to tighten up defensively and maintain their offensive firepower to compete with Killeen.
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2025 Record: 0-1
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National Rank: #2,903
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State Rank (TX): #403
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Key to Win: Improve their defensive efforts and continue their efficient passing attack, especially in controlling the game’s pace.
Main Squad:
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Evan Dowling – RB
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Marlyn Smith – QB
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Juan Ramirez – WR
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Ja’Kiree Teal – LB
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Julius Simon – DL
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Lorenzo Harris – DB
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Tavon Jenkins – OL
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Jaden Williams – WR
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Tyrell Davis – DL
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Marquis Green – LB
Killeen Kangaroos
Killeen also enters this game with a 0-1 record after losing to a tough opponent. They scored just 14 points in their opening game and struggled on both sides of the ball. With a chance to get back on track at home, they’ll need to improve offensively and find a way to stop Ellison’s high-powered offense.
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2025 Record: 0-1
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National Rank: #3,282
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State Rank (TX): #438
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Key to Win: Develop a more dynamic offensive scheme and improve defensively to contain Ellison’s explosive attack.
Main Squad:
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Marlyn Smith – QB
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Juan Ramirez – WR
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Ja’Kiree Teal – LB
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Julius Simon – DL
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Tyler Lee – OL
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Keith Martin – WR
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Gregory Owens – LB
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John Carter – DB
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Troy Young – WR
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Dorian Robinson – DB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank (TX) | Overall Record |
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| Ellison | #2,903 | #403 | 0-1 |
| Killeen | #3,282 | #438 | 0-1 |
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