Friday night in Fairfield County features a battle between two programs eager to build momentum as the Berne Union Rockets (Sugar Grove, OH) host the Lakewood Lancers (Hebron, OH) on September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Berne Union looks to push above .500 after a split in its first two games, while Lakewood is still searching for its first win of the season.
Game Details
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Matchup: Lakewood (Hebron, OH) @ Berne Union (Sugar Grove, OH)
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Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Berne Union High School, Sugar Grove, OH
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Lakewood Lancers
The Lancers enter Week 3 at 0-2 overall, ranked #11,502 nationally and #615 in Ohio. They’ve struggled on both sides of the ball, having been outscored 83-7 through two weeks. Lakewood averages just 3.5 points per game, with most of their scoring coming in the opening quarter. To stay competitive, the Lancers must find consistency on offense and tighten up their defensive execution.
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2025 Record: 0-2 (non-league)
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National Rank: #11,502
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State Rank (OH): #615
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Division Rank: #100
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Key to Win: Eliminate turnovers, extend drives, and find rhythm on offense to avoid falling behind early.
Main Squad:
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Ryan Foster – QB
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Marcus Allen – RB
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Dylan Hayes – WR
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Cameron Scott – WR/DB
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Logan Carter – LB
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Ethan Brown – DL
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Tyler James – OL/DL
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Jordan Hill – DB
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Brandon Moore – TE
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Caleb Johnson – RB
Berne Union Rockets
The Rockets are 1-1 overall, ranked #12,841 nationally and #676 in Ohio. They’ve scored 34 points while allowing 50, showing flashes of competitiveness, particularly at home. With an average of 17 points per game, Berne Union has leaned on a balanced offensive approach and strong fourth-quarter finishes. Playing on their home field, the Rockets will look to build on that advantage.
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2025 Record: 1-1 (non-league)
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National Rank: #12,841
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State Rank (OH): #676
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Division Rank: #98
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Key to Win: Control the line of scrimmage, lean on the run game, and capitalize on Lakewood’s early struggles.
Main Squad:
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Michael Davis – QB
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Isaiah Brown – RB
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Landon Price – WR
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Jordan Ellis – WR/DB
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Cameron Ross – LB
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Anthony Carter – DL
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Nathan Scott – DB
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Evan Harris – OL/DL
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Tyler Johnson – WR
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Jalen Foster – RB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
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| Lakewood | 11,502 | 615 (OH) | 0-2 |
| Berne Union | 12,841 | 676 (OH) | 1-1 |
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