The 2025 Colorado high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as the Gateway Olympians host the Highlands Ranch Falcons on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 6:30 PM. Highlands Ranch enters with momentum after a Week 1 win, while Gateway looks to start its season strong at home.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Highlands Ranch (Highlands Ranch, CO) vs Gateway (Aurora, CO)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 6:30 PM
○ Location: Gateway High School, Aurora, CO
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Highlands Ranch Falcons
The Falcons enter ranked #6,041 nationally, #66 in Colorado, and #16 in their class after defeating their Week 1 opponent 28-12. With a solid mix of offense and defense, Highlands Ranch will look to keep momentum rolling with a strong road performance.
○ 2025 Record: 1-0
○ National Rank: #6,041
○ State Rank: #66 (CO)
○ Class Rank: #16
○ Strengths: Balanced attack, experienced roster, defensive consistency
○ Key to Win: Maintain offensive rhythm and control field position
Gateway Olympians
The Olympians begin the year ranked #12,829 nationally and #174 in Colorado. With home-field advantage, Gateway will aim to use its athleticism and energy to challenge a Falcons team riding high off a win.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #12,829
○ State Rank: #174 (CO)
○ Class Rank: N/A
○ Strengths: Team speed, home-field energy, motivated group
○ Key to Win: Limit turnovers and create scoring opportunities early
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highlands Ranch Falcons | #6,041 | #66 (CO) | #16 | 1-0 | 28 | 12 |
| Gateway Olympians | #12,829 | #174 (CO) | N/A | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
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