The 2025 high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as Meadville (PA) visits Butler (PA) on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The game will take place at Butler Area Senior High School, where the Golden Tornado will look to continue their undefeated start to the season, while Meadville aims to bounce back after a split in their first two games.
Game Details
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Matchup: Meadville @ Butler
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Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Butler Area Senior High School, Butler, PA
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Meadville Bulldogs
Meadville enters this game with a 1-1 record, coming off a strong win in their season opener but falling short in their second game. The Bulldogs have been solid on offense, particularly in the rushing game with Jordan Lawrence leading the charge. However, they’ll need to improve their scoring consistency, especially in the second quarter, to challenge Butler’s potent offense.
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2025 Record: 1-1
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National Rank: 4,912
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State Rank (PA): 187
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Key to Win: Maintain a strong rushing attack, improve offensive balance, and tighten up on defense to limit Butler’s high-scoring offense.
Main Squad:
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Jordan Lawrence – RB
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Jacoby Thompson – QB
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Tymir Phillips – WR
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Zach Carr – LB
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Caleb Kelly – DL
Butler Golden Tornado
Butler enters the game with a 2-0 record, looking to keep their undefeated streak intact. The Golden Tornado have been dominant offensively, with Mark Klemz and Nicco Baggetta leading the way. Butler has been effective both in the air and on the ground, and their defense has been solid as well. They will be looking to extend their strong start and continue their winning ways at home.
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2025 Record: 2-0
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National Rank: 4,891
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State Rank (PA): 183
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Key to Win: Keep executing their balanced offensive attack, limit Meadville’s offensive plays, and leverage their home-field advantage to dominate the game.
Main Squad:
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Mark Klemz – RB
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Nicco Baggetta – QB
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Deacon Simko – WR
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Kevin Shriver – LB
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Beau Burchett – DL
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
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| Meadville | 4,912 | 187 | 1-1 |
| Butler | 4,891 | 183 | 2-0 |
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