Two Cincinnati-area programs square off Friday night as the Hughes Big Red (2-0) travel to face the Roger Bacon Spartans (1-1) in a non-conference clash. Both teams bring plenty of momentum into this showdown, with Hughes looking to stay unbeaten and Roger Bacon aiming to protect its home field.
Game Details
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Matchup: Hughes (2-0) @ Roger Bacon (1-1)
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Date & Time: Friday, September 5, 2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Roger Bacon High School, Cincinnati, OH
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Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Hughes Big Red (2-0)
The Big Red have opened the 2025 season with two straight wins, outscoring opponents 62–20 and showing balance on both sides of the ball. Ranked #4,516 nationally and #278 in Ohio, Hughes has been dominant on the road and will look to continue that streak at Roger Bacon. Their key to victory will be maintaining offensive efficiency and applying defensive pressure early to disrupt the Spartans’ rhythm.
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2025 Record: 2-0
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National Rank: #4,516
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State Rank (OH): #278
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Key to Win: Control possession with a consistent ground game and force turnovers.
Main Squad
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Marcus Johnson – QB
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Tyrese Hill – RB
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Isaiah Carter – WR
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Jamal Wright – WR/DB
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Cameron Taylor – LB
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Jayden Barnes – DB
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Malik Robinson – OL/DL
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Elijah Scott – WR
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Andre Miller – LB
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Devin Price – RB
Roger Bacon Spartans (1-1)
Roger Bacon rebounded quickly after an early road loss, shutting out Western Hills 42-0 in Week 2. Ranked #5,390 nationally and #325 in Ohio, the Spartans average 24.5 points per game and are building confidence behind their stout defense. At home, Roger Bacon will look to rely on strong quarterback play and a disciplined secondary to slow down the undefeated Big Red.
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2025 Record: 1-1
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National Rank: #5,390
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State Rank (OH): #325
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Key to Win: Use home-field advantage to spark early momentum and capitalize on red-zone opportunities.
Main Squad
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Christopher Moore – QB
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Brandon Lewis – RB
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Jordan Reed – WR
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Anthony Collins – WR
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Xavier Hunt – LB
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Nathaniel Foster – OL/DL
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Derrick Turner – DB
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Jamari Brooks – RB
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Trevor Lawson – TE/DE
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Caleb Myers – LB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
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| Hughes | #4,516 | #278 (OH) | 2-0 |
| Roger Bacon | #5,390 | #325 (OH) | 1-1 |
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