The 2025 high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as Marion County (Lebanon, KY) visits Washington County (Springfield, KY) on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:30 PM. Both teams enter this early-season clash with momentum — the Commanders looking to stay perfect, and the Knights aiming to move above .500.
Game Details
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Matchup: Marion County (KY) @ Washington County (KY)
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Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:30 PM
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Location: Washington County High School (Springfield, KY)
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Marion County Knights
The Knights enter this game at 1-1, ranked #10,140 nationally and #151 in Kentucky. Their offense is led by QB Jontate Smith, who averages 181 passing yards per game, giving Marion County an air-heavy attack. Defensively, they’ve allowed 41 points through two games, but their ability to finish close contests was shown in their Week 1 win over Bethlehem.
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2025 Record: 1-1
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National Rank: #10,140
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State Rank (KY): #151
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Key to Win: Lean on Smith’s passing attack while improving red-zone defense to contain Washington County’s efficient scoring.
Main Squad:
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Jontate Smith – QB
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Elijah Keene – RB
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Wade Crain – WR/CB
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Brayden Lee – WR/FS
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Colton Harris – LB
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Dylan Murphy – OL/DL
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Chase Thompson – RB/LB
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Logan Pierce – DL
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Austin Wright – OL
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Zachary Mills – DB
Washington County Commanders
The Commanders stand unbeaten at 2-0, ranked #8,953 nationally and #130 in Kentucky. They’ve outscored opponents 55–31 and are balanced offensively, averaging 27.5 points per game. Their 34-17 win over Bethlehem highlighted a defense that thrives on pressure and an offense that can finish drives.
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2025 Record: 2-0
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National Rank: #8,953
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State Rank (KY): #130
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Key to Win: Keep defensive intensity high and control possession with balanced rushing and passing to neutralize Marion County’s aerial attack.
Main Squad:
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Cameron Jones – QB
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Tyrese Walker – RB
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Landon Bryant – WR/CB
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Mason Kelly – WR/FS
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Connor Mattingly – LB
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Eli Morgan – OL/DL
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Brody Carrico – RB/LB
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Jaden Smith – DL
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Hunter Shelton – WR
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Tristan Brown – DB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record | Points For (PF) | Points Against (PA) | Avg. PPG |
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| Marion County | #10,140 | #151 (KY) | 1-1 | 45 | 41 | 22.5 |
| Washington County | #8,953 | #130 (KY) | 2-0 | 55 | 31 | 27.5 |
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