Golden Valley vs Elk Grove (California) High School Football Game Preview, Main Roster and Record – 9/5/2025

The Elk Grove Thundering Herd (0-2) host the Golden Valley Cougars (0-2) in a non-conference matchup on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:15 PM. Both teams enter winless and will look to secure their first victory of the young season.

Game Details

○ Matchup: Golden Valley Cougars @ Elk Grove Thundering Herd
○ Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:15 PM
○ Location: Elk Grove, CA
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps

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Golden Valley Cougars

Golden Valley has struggled through two tough outings, giving up 89 points while scoring 49. The Cougars will rely on offensive adjustments and improved defense to try and earn a road win.

○ 2025 Record: 0-2
○ National Rank: #7,843
○ State Rank: #527 (CA)
○ Section Rank: #75
○ Class Rank: #13
○ Key to Win: Control the pace offensively and limit Elk Grove’s ground attack.

Main Squad:
○ Adrian Torres – QB
○ Isaiah Johnson – RB
○ Mateo Ramirez – WR
○ Elijah Cruz – WR/DB
○ Xavier Lopez – LB
○ Jordan Martinez – OL/DL
○ Noah Hernandez – DB
○ Daniel Perez – DL
○ Caleb Brown – TE
○ Logan Sanchez – WR

Elk Grove Thundering Herd

Elk Grove has also started 0-2, facing challenges on both sides of the ball. Backed by tradition and home-field advantage, the Thundering Herd aim to bounce back and find their rhythm.

○ 2025 Record: 0-2
○ National Rank: #2,374
○ State Rank: #184 (CA)
○ Section Rank: #26
○ Class Rank: #7
○ Key to Win: Dominate in the trenches and finish drives with points.

Main Squad:
○ Marcus Williams – QB
○ Ethan Ramirez – RB
○ Jordan Thompson – WR
○ Anthony Gonzalez – WR/DB
○ Isaiah Brown – LB
○ Tyler Johnson – OL/DL
○ Michael Cruz – WR
○ Dominic Hernandez – DB
○ Gabriel Torres – DL
○ Ryan Carter – TE

Rankings & Records

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