The 2025 Alabama high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as the Russellville Golden Tigers host the Mars Hill Bible Panthers on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The game will take place at Russellville High School in Russellville, AL, with Mars Hill Bible looking to remain unbeaten while Russellville seeks its first win.
Game Details
- Matchup: Mars Hill Bible (Florence, AL) vs Russellville (Russellville, AL)
- Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
- Location: Russellville High School, Russellville, AL
- Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
Fans can attend in person by purchasing digital tickets on GoFan or stream the action live on the NFHS Network (subscription: $13.99/month or $79.99/year).
Watch here: Start your free trial today
Mars Hill Bible Panthers
The Panthers are ranked #2,416 nationally, #71 in Alabama, and #3 in their class. After a 44-26 victory in their opener, Mars Hill Bible showcased offensive strength and resiliency at home. They’ll look to carry that momentum into this road test.
- 2025 Record: 1-0
- National Rank: #2,416
- State Rank: #71 (AL)
- Class Rank: #3
- Strengths: Explosive offense, top-class ranking, momentum from Week 1 win
- Key to Win: Maintain offensive efficiency and limit Russellville’s scoring chances
Russellville Golden Tigers
The Golden Tigers enter ranked #3,886 nationally, #114 in Alabama, and #27 in their class. Following a 15-14 loss on the road, Russellville will lean on their home-field advantage and defensive effort while working to generate more consistent offense.
- 2025 Record: 0-1
- National Rank: #3,886
- State Rank: #114 (AL)
- Class Rank: #27
- Strengths: Defensive toughness, home-field advantage, motivated to rebound
- Key to Win: Execute offensively in key drives and protect the football
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mars Hill Bible Panthers | 2,416 | 71 (AL) | 3 | 1-0 | 44 | 26 |
| Russellville Golden Tigers | 3,886 | 114 (AL) | 27 | 0-1 | 14 | 15 |
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.