The 2025 Colorado high school football season continues with a highly anticipated non-conference clash as the Roosevelt Roughriders host the Northfield Nighthawks on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM in Johnstown, CO. Both teams come in well-ranked within the state, making this an early-season test with playoff implications down the road.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Northfield (Denver, CO) vs Roosevelt (Johnstown, CO)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Roosevelt High School, Johnstown, CO
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Northfield Nighthawks
Northfield opens the season ranked #58 in Colorado and #14 in their class. With a talented roster and hungry mindset, the Nighthawks will look to prove themselves against one of the state’s top programs by playing disciplined, physical football.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: Unranked
○ State Rank: #58 (CO)
○ Class Rank: #14
○ Strengths: Athletic defense, motivated roster, balanced offensive attack
○ Key to Win: Match Roosevelt’s physicality and avoid costly mistakes
Roosevelt Roughriders
The Roughriders come into 2025 ranked #2,648 nationally, #29 in Colorado, and #3 in their class. Roosevelt, a perennial contender, will rely on their depth, speed, and home-field advantage to begin their season with a strong performance.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #2,648
○ State Rank: #29 (CO)
○ Class Rank: #3
○ Strengths: Depth and athleticism, home-field advantage, proven program culture
○ Key to Win: Control the line of scrimmage and execute efficiently on offense
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northfield Nighthawks | Unranked | 58 (CO) | 14 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
| Roosevelt Roughriders | 2,648 | 29 (CO) | 3 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
Melvin Smith is a high school sports enthusiast with a passion for capturing the energy of student competitions. He enjoys sharing stories that celebrate athletes’ dedication and the community spirit of the game.