The 2025 California high school football season brings a non-conference showdown as the Alpaugh Buffalos host the Maricopa Indians in the “Sundown Showdown” on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. With both teams opening their seasons, this rivalry matchup will set the tone for the year ahead.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Maricopa (CA) vs Alpaugh (CA)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Alpaugh High School, Alpaugh, CA
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Maricopa Indians
The Indians enter the 2025 season seeking to establish themselves early and build momentum. With a fresh slate and renewed energy, Maricopa will rely on execution and discipline as they open their campaign.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: N/A
○ State Rank: N/A
○ Section Rank: N/A
○ Strengths: Balanced roster, motivated to start strong, disciplined play
○ Key to Win: Control field position and finish drives with points
Alpaugh Buffalos
The Buffalos begin 2025 with home-field advantage and the energy of the Sundown Showdown rivalry. With a chance to set the tone for the season, Alpaugh will look to capitalize on opportunities and use their home crowd as a spark.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: N/A
○ State Rank: N/A
○ Section Rank: N/A
○ Strengths: Rivalry motivation, home-field advantage, hungry for fast start
○ Key to Win: Limit mistakes and execute in key situations
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Section Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maricopa Indians | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
| Alpaugh Buffalos | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
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.