The Etna Lions (0-1) host the Hoopa Valley Warriors (0-1) in a non-conference matchup on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:30 PM. The game will be played at Etna High School in Etna, CA, as both teams look to open the season with a win.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Hoopa Valley (CA) @ Etna (CA)
○ Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:30 PM
○ Location: Etna High School, Etna, CA
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Hoopa Valley Warriors
After an opening loss, the Warriors will lean on their experienced returning players from last season’s roster to regain form. With a solid mix of skill and line talent, Hoopa Valley looks to control the pace early.
○ 2025 Record: 0-1
○ National Rank: #11,154
○ State Rank: #763
○ Class Rank: #83
○ Key to Win: Establish the run game behind offensive line strength and force turnovers.
Main Squad:
○ Brandon Romero – Sr. WR/DB
○ Carlos Anzora – Jr. QB/WR
○ Lyle McKinnon – Sr. QB/DE
○ Anthony Maloney – Sr. WR/LB
○ Merwin Clark – Sr. DB/WR
○ Nathan Edwards – Sr. RB/LB
○ Allen Kane – Jr. QB/RB/WR
○ Jason Hatter – Sr. WR/LB
○ Joshua Moon – So. WR/LB
○ Lynden Byrd – Sr. OL/DL
○ Raymond Baldy – Sr. OL/DL
Etna Lions
The Lions return several key starters in 2025 and look to bounce back from their season-opening defeat. With strong leadership in the trenches and skill positions, Etna aims to dictate the game early and often.
○ 2025 Record: 0-1
○ National Rank: #13,619
○ State Rank: #992
○ Class Rank: #37
○ Key to Win: Run efficiently behind a veteran offensive line and disrupt Hoopa’s tempo defensively.
Main Squad:
○ Noah Hubbard – Sr. QB/FS
○ Oliver Griggs – So. DE/TE
○ Zane Krueger – Sr. DE/TE
○ Mason Padgett – Sr. WR/CB
○ Hank Hayden – Jr. LB/RB
○ William Quiroga – Jr. WR/CB
○ Emmitt Griggs – Sr. LB/FB
○ Nate Downey – Sr. CB/HB
○ Richard Thiel – Sr. DL/WR
○ Ashton Elam – Sr. SS/WR
○ Jacob O’Brien – Sr. DL/HB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Overall | Home | Away | Win % | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hoopa Valley | 11,154 | 763 | 83 | 0-1 | 0-0 | 0-1 | .000 | 6 | 20 |
| Etna | 13,619 | 992 | 37 | 0-1 | 0-1 | 0-0 | .000 | 0 | 38 |
