The 2025 high school football season heats up with an exciting non-conference matchup as the Hazard Bulldogs (2-0) travel to face the Prestonsburg Blackcats (2-0) on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:30 PM. Both teams enter unbeaten, making this one of the most anticipated early-season showdowns in Kentucky.
Game Details
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Matchup: Hazard (KY) @ Prestonsburg (KY)
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Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:30 PM
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Location: Prestonsburg High School, Prestonsburg, KY
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Hazard Bulldogs
The Bulldogs are off to a perfect start, scoring 88 points in two games while allowing just 21. Ranked #5,659 nationally and #70 in Kentucky, Hazard boasts a disciplined squad with strong defensive play and efficient scoring. To stay unbeaten, they’ll need to contain Prestonsburg’s explosive offense.
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2025 Record: 2-0
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National Rank: #5,659
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State Rank (KY): #70
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Key to Win: Control the tempo with a strong running game, limit explosive plays, and continue their defensive dominance.
Main Squad:
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Alex Napier – QB
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Carson Caudill – RB
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Blake Smith – WR/DB
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Jordan Combs – WR
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Peyton Riley – LB
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Zane Miller – DL
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Hunter Johnson – DB
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Landon Cornett – RB/LB
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Brady Turner – OL/DL
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Jace Whitaker – LB
Prestonsburg Blackcats
The Blackcats are also unbeaten at 2-0, leading with an explosive offense that’s averaging 56.5 points per game. Ranked #8,458 nationally and #116 in Kentucky, Prestonsburg has shown they can win shootouts. Against Hazard, they’ll look to keep their scoring pace while shoring up defensive consistency.
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2025 Record: 2-0
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National Rank: #8,458
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State Rank (KY): #116
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Key to Win: Use their offensive firepower to pressure Hazard early, avoid turnovers, and improve defensive stops in the red zone.
Main Squad:
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Tyler Martin – QB
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Isaiah Hall – RB
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Colton Reynolds – WR
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Brandon Prater – WR/DB
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Caleb Mullins – LB
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Austin Dixon – RB/DB
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Peyton Hall – OL/DL
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Derek Collins – DB
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Hunter Little – LB
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Jacob Fields – WR
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
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| Hazard | #5,659 | #70 (KY) | 2-0 |
| Prestonsburg | #8,458 | #116 (KY) | 2-0 |
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