The 2025 Arkansas high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as the Poyen Indians host the Mountain Pine Red Devils on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams enter the season opener aiming to build momentum with an early win.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Mountain Pine (Mountain Pine, AR) vs Poyen (Poyen, AR)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Poyen High School, Poyen, AR
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Mountain Pine Red Devils
The Red Devils enter ranked #13,143 nationally, #179 in Arkansas, and #25 in their class. Mountain Pine will look to rely on defensive toughness and energy while trying to secure a big road win to start the season.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #13,143
○ State Rank: #179 (AR)
○ Class Rank: #25
○ Strengths: Defensive grit, motivated roster, physical play
○ Key to Win: Limit mistakes and take advantage of scoring chances
Poyen Indians
The Indians come in ranked #11,642 nationally, #159 in Arkansas, and #17 in their class. With home-field advantage, Poyen will look to use their offensive playmakers and speed to spark an opening-week victory.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #11,642
○ State Rank: #159 (AR)
○ Class Rank: #17
○ Strengths: Offensive speed, home-field edge, balanced attack
○ Key to Win: Start fast and maintain defensive discipline
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Pine Red Devils | 13,143 | 179 (AR) | 25 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
| Poyen Indians | 11,642 | 159 (AR) | 17 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
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