The 2025 Arizona high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as the Mountain Pointe Pride host the Maricopa Rams on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM in Phoenix, AZ. Both teams kick off their seasons in a contest that pairs a top-25 Arizona program against a rising challenger.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Maricopa (Maricopa, AZ) vs Mountain Pointe (Phoenix, AZ)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Mountain Pointe High School, Phoenix, AZ
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Maricopa Rams
The Rams begin the year ranked #8,747 nationally, #130 in Arizona, and #40 in their division. With a clean slate, Maricopa will look to use this opener to test themselves against one of Arizona’s stronger programs.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #8,747
○ State Rank: #130 (AZ)
○ Division Rank: #40
○ Strengths: Hungry roster, offensive potential, fresh season start
○ Key to Win: Limit turnovers and match Mountain Pointe’s physicality
Mountain Pointe Pride
The Pride enter ranked #960 nationally, #25 in Arizona, and #6 in their division. Known for physical play and consistency, Mountain Pointe aims to make a statement at home in their opener.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #960
○ State Rank: #25 (AZ)
○ Division Rank: #6
○ Strengths: Experienced roster, home-field advantage, strong defense
○ Key to Win: Control tempo and impose defensive pressure
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Division Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maricopa Rams | 8,747 | 130 (AZ) | 40 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mountain Pointe Pride | 960 | 25 (AZ) | 6 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
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