The 2025 Texas high school football season continues as the McDade Bulldogs (McDade, TX) travel to Austin to face the St. Stephen’s Episcopal Spartans (Austin, TX) in a non-conference clash on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both squads enter the season with new energy and a desire to establish early momentum.
Game Details
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Matchup: McDade (TX) @ St. Stephen’s Episcopal (Austin, TX)
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Date & Time: 8/29/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: St. Stephen’s Episcopal High School, Austin, TX
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McDade Bulldogs
The Bulldogs enter the season ranked #13,934 nationally and #1,216 in Texas. While McDade is still building its program, the Bulldogs bring grit and determination into this season opener. They’ll look to lean on fundamentals and resilience in a tough road matchup.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #13,934
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State Rank (TX): #1,216
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Key to Win: Limit mistakes, play physical on the defensive front, and capitalize on any turnover opportunities.
Main Squad:
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Adrian Martinez – QB
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Isaiah Lopez – RB
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Xavier Torres – WR
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Gabriel Ramirez – WR/DB
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Brandon Sanchez – LB
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Elijah Hernandez – DL
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Michael Cruz – DB
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Daniel Rivera – OL
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Jordan Flores – RB/WR
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Caleb Johnson – LB
St. Stephen’s Episcopal Spartans
The Spartans open 2025 with a strong ranking of #5,041 nationally and #611 in Texas, making them the favorites in this matchup. Playing at home, St. Stephen’s will look to impose their tempo early and use their balanced attack to control the game.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #5,041
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State Rank (TX): #611
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Key to Win: Use their offensive depth to spread the field, play disciplined defense, and take advantage of home-field energy.
Main Squad:
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Michael Rodriguez – QB
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David Torres – RB
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Christopher Vega – WR
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Isaiah Hernandez – WR/DB
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Anthony Ramirez – LB
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Noah Perez – DL
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Jacob Martinez – DB
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Ethan Lopez – OL
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Jonathan Alvarez – RB
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Mateo Sanchez – LB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
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| McDade Bulldogs | 13,934 | 1,216 (TX) | 0-0 |
| St. Stephen’s Episcopal Spartans | 5,041 | 611 (TX) | 0-0 |
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