The 2025 Nebraska high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as the Elkhorn South Storm host the Lincoln East Spartans on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The game will take place at Elkhorn High School in Omaha, NE, with both teams aiming to start the year with a statement win.
Game Details
- Matchup: Lincoln East (Lincoln, NE) vs Elkhorn South (Omaha, NE)
- Date & Time: Thursday, August 28, 2025 – 7:00 PM
- Location: Elkhorn High School, Omaha, NE
- Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Lincoln East Spartans
The Spartans begin the 2025 season ranked #2,356 nationally, #34 in Nebraska, and #12 in their class. With a solid core of athletes, Lincoln East will look to play with speed and discipline against one of the state’s top-ranked programs.
- 2025 Record: 0-0
- National Rank: #2,356
- State Rank: #34 (NE)
- Class Rank: #12
- Strengths: Speed, discipline, athletic playmakers
- Key to Win: Establish offensive rhythm and limit turnovers
Elkhorn South Storm
The Storm enter the season ranked #840 nationally, #9 in Nebraska, and #3 in their class. Known for their physicality and depth, Elkhorn South will aim to control the game at the line of scrimmage while using home-field advantage to their benefit.
- 2025 Record: 0-0
- National Rank: #840
- State Rank: #9 (NE)
- Class Rank: #3
- Strengths: Physical front, depth across positions, home-field advantage
- Key to Win: Dominate in the trenches and capitalize on scoring opportunities
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln East Spartans | 2,356 | 34 (NE) | 12 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
| Elkhorn South Storm | 840 | 9 (NE) | 3 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
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