The 2025 Arkansas high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as the Danville Little Johns host the Hackett Hornets on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams enter at 0-0 and will be looking to gain early momentum in their season opener.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Hackett (Hackett, AR) vs Danville (Danville, AR)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Danville High School, Danville, AR
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Hackett Hornets
The Hornets come in ranked #10,933 nationally, #150 in Arkansas, and #32 in their class. Hackett looks to rely on defensive intensity and experienced leaders to open the season strong on the road.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #10,933
○ State Rank: #150 (AR)
○ Class Rank: #32
○ Strengths: Defensive effort, experienced leaders, road-tested mentality
○ Key to Win: Limit penalties and generate offensive consistency
Danville Little Johns
The Little Johns enter ranked #13,419 nationally, #184 in Arkansas, and #44 in their class. Playing at home, Danville will look to use their crowd energy and young talent to challenge Hackett in their opener.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #13,419
○ State Rank: #184 (AR)
○ Class Rank: #44
○ Strengths: Home-field energy, developing talent, underdog motivation
○ Key to Win: Protect the football and avoid slow starts
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hackett Hornets | 10,933 | 150 (AR) | 32 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
| Danville Little Johns | 13,419 | 184 (AR) | 44 | 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.