Grand Junction Central vs Fruita Monument (Colorado) High School Football Game Preview – Friday, August 29, 2025

High School Football

The 2025 Colorado high school football season continues with a Western Slope rivalry matchup as the Fruita Monument Wildcats host the Grand Junction Central Warriors on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM at Stocker Stadium. Fruita Monument looks to rebound after a tough opening loss, while Central aims to start its season with a big win against a local rival.

Game Details

Matchup: Grand Junction Central (Grand Junction, CO) vs Fruita Monument (Fruita, CO)
Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
Location: Stocker Stadium, Grand Junction, CO
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Grand Junction Central Warriors

The Warriors open the season ranked #7,263 nationally, #80 in Colorado, and #21 in their class. With a balanced roster and a hungry mentality, Central will look to use defensive toughness and ball control to secure a rivalry win.

2025 Record: 0-0
National Rank: #7,263
State Rank: #80 (CO)
Class Rank: #21
Strengths: Defensive toughness, balanced offense, rivalry motivation
Key to Win: Control the line of scrimmage and sustain long drives

Fruita Monument Wildcats

Fruita Monument enters at 0-1 after a challenging road loss, ranked #8,048 nationally, #48 in Colorado, and #25 in their class. Returning home to Stocker Stadium, the Wildcats will rely on their offense to rebound and even their record.

2025 Record: 0-1
National Rank: #8,048
State Rank: #48 (CO)
Class Rank: #25
Strengths: Offensive playmakers, home-field advantage, experienced roster
Key to Win: Execute consistently on offense and tighten defensive gaps

Rankings & Records

Team National Rank State Rank Class Rank Record PF PA
Grand Junction Central Warriors 7,263 80 (CO) 21 0-0 0 0
Fruita Monument Wildcats 8,048 48 (CO) 25 0-1 10 63
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