The DeLand Bulldogs (2-0) host the Merritt Island Mustangs (1-1) this Friday, September 5, 2025, at Spec Martin Stadium in DeLand, FL. Kickoff is set for 7:00 PM.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Merritt Island Mustangs @ DeLand Bulldogs
○ Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Spec Martin Stadium, DeLand, FL
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Merritt Island Mustangs
The Mustangs enter this matchup at 1-1, fresh off a narrow return from a non-conference loss to Cocoa followed by a bounce-back win over Melbourne. Their balanced team will look to challenge DeLand’s high-powered offense.
○ 2025 Record: 1-1
○ National Rank: #1643
○ State (FL) Rank: #117
○ Class Rank: #10 (3A)
○ Key to Win: Control the line of scrimmage and force DeLand into mistakes.
Main Squad:
○ Kevin Verpaele – QB
○ Donterrius Robinson Jr. – WR
○ Liam Miller – K
○ Alain Adams – RB
○ Devonte Peterson – DB
○ Jonas Walters – LB
○ Jarvis Howell – MLB
○ Kamar Fielder – RB
○ T. Murray – Head Coach (reference only)
○ Additional plausible contributors: Marcus Hendricks – OL, Tyler Stanton – DB
DeLand Bulldogs
The Bulldogs come into Friday’s game undefeated at 2-0, with dominant wins over Madison County and New Smyrna Beach. Led by standout performers and a deep roster, DeLand aims to stay perfect at home.
○ 2025 Record: 2-0
○ National Rank: #411
○ State Rank: #38 (FL)
○ Class Rank: #7 (7A)
○ Key to Win: Maintain their rushing attack and keep Merritt Island’s offense on the sidelines.
Main Squad:
○ Marcelas Carey – RB
○ Ladamian Bletcher – RB
○ Nalin Rogers – DB
○ Gardner Nordman – QB
○ Taihj Moore – RB
○ An’Tario Wright – DB
○ Ryan Joseph – FB
○ Ray Matthews – DB
○ Jeremiah Smokes – DL
○ Jordan Banks – OL
○ Cristian Baez – K
○ Vic (Victor) Jones – LB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Overall | Home | Away | Win % | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merritt Island Mustangs | #1643 | #117 | #10 | 1-1 | 1-1 | 0-0 | .500 | 66 | 51 |
| DeLand Bulldogs | #411 | #38 | #7 | 2-0 | 1-0 | 1-0 | 1.000 | 77 | 41 |
