The 2025 Virginia high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as the Mountain View Wildcats host the Gainesville Cardinals on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams will look to start their seasons strong and build momentum heading into the fall.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Gainesville (Gainesville, VA) vs Mountain View (Stafford, VA)
○ Date & Time: Thursday, August 28, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Mountain View High School, Stafford, VA
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Gainesville Cardinals
The Cardinals begin the season ranked #4,159 nationally, #82 in Virginia, and #22 in their division. Gainesville enters this matchup looking to rely on their athleticism and energy to challenge a tough Mountain View team on the road.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #4,159
○ State Rank: #82 (VA)
○ Division Rank: #22
○ Strengths: Speed, motivated roster, opportunistic defense
○ Key to Win: Limit Mountain View’s offensive drives and take advantage of turnovers
Mountain View Wildcats
The Wildcats open the year ranked #1,687 nationally, #23 in Virginia, and #9 in their division. With talent across the board and home-field advantage, Mountain View looks to start their season with a decisive win.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #1,687
○ State Rank: #23 (VA)
○ Division Rank: #9
○ Strengths: Balanced roster, home support, defensive strength
○ Key to Win: Control time of possession and maintain defensive consistency
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Division Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gainesville Cardinals | 4,159 | 82 (VA) | 22 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mountain View Wildcats | 1,687 | 23 (VA) | 9 | 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.