The 2025 Arkansas high school football season opens with a non-conference matchup as the West Memphis Blue Devils host the Hot Springs Trojans on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams look to make a strong first impression and set the tone for the season ahead.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Hot Springs (Hot Springs, AR) vs West Memphis (West Memphis, AR)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: West Memphis High School, West Memphis, AR
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Hot Springs Trojans
The Trojans enter the season ranked #2,223 nationally, #31 in Arkansas, and #7 in their class. Hot Springs will look to use their offensive firepower and quick defensive pursuit to challenge the Blue Devils on the road.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #2,223
○ State Rank: #31 (AR)
○ Class Rank: #7
○ Strengths: Speed, offensive explosiveness, defensive pursuit
○ Key to Win: Start fast on offense and limit West Memphis’ big plays
West Memphis Blue Devils
The Blue Devils begin the year ranked #4,361 nationally, #64 in Arkansas, and #14 in their class. Playing at home, West Memphis will rely on their physicality and experienced roster to set the tone against Hot Springs.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #4,361
○ State Rank: #64 (AR)
○ Class Rank: #14
○ Strengths: Physical defense, experienced playmakers, home-field advantage
○ Key to Win: Control the line of scrimmage and force turnovers
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hot Springs Trojans | 2,223 | 31 (AR) | 7 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
| West Memphis Blue Devils | 4,361 | 64 (AR) | 14 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
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