The 2025 Arizona high school football season features a crosstown non-conference matchup as the Tucson High Magnet School Badgers host the Mountain View Mountain Lions on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. With both teams closely ranked in the state, this contest has the makings of an early-season rivalry showdown in Tucson.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Mountain View (Tucson, AZ) vs Tucson High Magnet School (Tucson, AZ)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Tucson High Magnet School, Tucson, AZ
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Mountain View Mountain Lions
The Mountain Lions open the season ranked #5,288 nationally and #88 in Arizona. With a balanced roster and physical playstyle, Mountain View aims to set the tone early in the season. Their ability to control both sides of the line will be crucial in this matchup.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #5,288
○ State Rank: #88 (AZ)
○ Division Rank: —
○ Strengths: Physicality, balanced roster, discipline
○ Key to Win: Establish the run game and win the battle in the trenches
Tucson High Magnet School Badgers
The Badgers enter ranked #5,122 nationally, #85 in Arizona, and #28 in their division. Playing at home, Tucson High Magnet School will look to use their depth and speed to their advantage. If they can dictate tempo and capitalize on scoring opportunities, they could start the season with a strong win.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #5,122
○ State Rank: #85 (AZ)
○ Division Rank: #28
○ Strengths: Speed, depth, home-field advantage
○ Key to Win: Control tempo and finish drives in the red zone
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Division Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain View Mountain Lions | 5,288 | 88 (AZ) | — | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tucson High Magnet School Badgers | 5,122 | 85 (AZ) | 28 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
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