The Mulberry Panthers (1-1) make the short trip to Lakeland to face the George Jenkins Eagles (1-1) in a non-conference Polk County showdown. Kickoff is set for Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:30 PM at George Jenkins High School in Lakeland, FL.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Mulberry (Mulberry, FL) @ George Jenkins (Lakeland, FL)
○ Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:30 PM
○ Location: George Jenkins High School, Lakeland, FL
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Mulberry Panthers
The Panthers have split their first two games, scoring 30 points while allowing 62. Ranked #6,070 nationally and #352 in Florida, Mulberry will aim to find consistency on both sides of the ball.
○ 2025 Record: 1-1
○ National Rank: #6,070
○ State Rank (FL): #352
○ Class Rank: #41
○ Key to Win: Execute more efficiently on defense and avoid costly mistakes.
Main Squad:
○ Adrian Lopez – QB
○ Marcus Grant – RB
○ Isaiah Bennett – WR
○ Caleb Morris – LB
○ Xavier King – DB
○ Nolan Wright – OL
○ Jahlil Harris – WR
○ Elijah Scott – DL
○ Jamari Carter – RB
○ Tristan Young – CB
George Jenkins Eagles
George Jenkins also stands at 1-1, winning at home and falling on the road while putting up 28 points and giving up 49. Ranked #7,162 nationally and #388 in Florida, the Eagles look to use their home-field edge to gain momentum.
○ 2025 Record: 1-1
○ National Rank: #7,162
○ State Rank (FL): #388
○ Class Rank: #58
○ Key to Win: Control time of possession with a balanced attack and play disciplined defense.
Main Squad:
○ Landon Cooper – QB
○ Malik Foster – RB
○ Jordan Torres – WR
○ Cameron Hill – LB
○ Rashad Owens – DB
○ Carter Diaz – OL
○ Elijah Rivera – WR
○ Damian Holt – DL
○ Zayden Thompson – RB
○ Jalen Cruz – CB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Overall | Home | Away | Win % | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mulberry | #6,070 | #352 | #41 | 1-1 | 0-0 | 1-1 | .500 | 30 | 62 |
| George Jenkins | #7,162 | #388 | #58 | 1-1 | 1-0 | 0-1 | .500 | 28 | 49 |
