It’s a clash of two storied Utah programs on Friday night as the Lone Peak Knights (2-0) travel to Provo to take on the Timpview Thunderbirds (0-2). The Knights are off to a hot start, while the Thunderbirds are still searching for their first win. With talent on both sidelines, expect a physical, emotional battle under the lights.
Game Details
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Matchup: Lone Peak (Highland, UT) @ Timpview (Provo, UT)
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Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Timpview High School
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Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Lone Peak Knights (2-0)
Ranked #62 nationally and #2 in Utah, Lone Peak has looked every bit like a state contender, outscoring opponents 83–35 through two weeks. Their balanced attack averages 412.5 yards per game, split between a steady ground game and an efficient air attack.
QB Cruz Christensen (203 passing ypg, 205.5 total ypg) is the leader of the offense, distributing the ball to WR Jaron Pula (92 receiving ypg, 9 PPG) while RB Isaac Fonua (79 rushing ypg) pounds between the tackles. Defensively, LB Anthon “Tony” Grimmer (10.5 tackles per game) and DL Tevita Mounga (1 sack per game) anchor a unit allowing just 17.5 points per contest.
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2025 Record: 2-0
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Points For: 83
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Points Against: 35
Main Squad:
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Cruz Christensen – QB (#11)
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Isaac Fonua – RB (#26)
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Jaron Pula – WR (#5)
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Tony Grimmer – LB (#9)
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Tevita Mounga – DL (#2)
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Samuel Peay – OL/DL
Timpview Thunderbirds (0-2)
Timpview’s season has started with two tough losses, including a 48–25 defeat to American Fork. They’ve been giving up too many big plays, allowing 98 points in two weeks, but the offense has talent capable of heating up at home.
RB Hunter Hopoate (44.5 rushing ypg) and WR Steel Richards (68.5 receiving ypg) provide weapons, while QB Cole Engemann (114 passing ypg) and all-purpose athlete Dennis Tuaone (173 total ypg, 6 PPG) give the T-Birds versatility. On defense, LB Duncan Strong (13.5 tackles per game, 1 sack) has been a bright spot in an otherwise inconsistent unit.
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2025 Record: 0-2
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Points For: 48
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Points Against: 98
Main Squad:
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Cole Engemann – QB (#15)
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Hunter Hopoate – RB (#1)
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Steel Richards – WR (#11)
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Dennis Tuaone – WR/ATH (#8)
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Duncan Strong – LB (#22)
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Kaipo Afualo – OL/DL
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Record | PF | PA |
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| Lone Peak | 62 | 2 | 2-0 | 83 | 35 |
| Timpview | 461 | 22 | 0-2 | 48 | 98 |
Abu Sayem is a sports enthusiast and writer who enjoys sharing stories about high school athletics. He is passionate about celebrating the teamwork, dedication, and spirit of young athletes.
