The 2025 California high school football season continues with an 8-man non-conference matchup as the Desert Scorpions host the Immanuel Christian Crusaders on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The game will be played at Desert High School in Edwards AFB, CA, with Immanuel Christian looking to remain unbeaten and Desert searching for their first win.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Immanuel Christian (Ridgecrest, CA) vs Desert (Edwards AFB, CA)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Desert High School, Edwards AFB, CA
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Immanuel Christian Crusaders
The Crusaders opened their season with a dominant 44-6 road win, showcasing offensive explosiveness and defensive control. With momentum and confidence, they’ll look to keep their perfect record intact in this road test.
○ 2025 Record: 1-0
○ National Rank: N/A
○ State Rank: N/A
○ Section Rank: N/A
○ Strengths: Explosive offense, strong defense, momentum from big win
○ Key to Win: Maintain intensity and finish drives efficiently
Desert Scorpions
The Scorpions come in ranked #13,832 nationally, #1,023 in California, and #113 in their section. Desert struggled in their opener, falling 76-6 at home. They’ll aim to regroup, focus on fundamentals, and put together a stronger showing this week.
○ 2025 Record: 0-1
○ National Rank: #13,832
○ State Rank: #1,023 (CA)
○ Section Rank: #113
○ Strengths: Home-field advantage, determined to rebound, opportunities to improve
○ Key to Win: Limit turnovers and tighten defensive coverage
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Section Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Immanuel Christian Crusaders | N/A | N/A | N/A | 1-0 | 44 | 6 |
| Desert Scorpions | 13,832 | 1,023 (CA) | 113 | 0-1 | 6 | 76 |
Melvin Smith is a high school sports enthusiast with a passion for capturing the energy of student competitions. He enjoys sharing stories that celebrate athletes’ dedication and the community spirit of the game.