The 2025 high school football season continues with an in-state non-conference clash as the Northwood Falcons (Shreveport, LA) visit the Benton Tigers (Benton, LA) on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both programs are hungry for an early-season statement, with Northwood opening its campaign and Benton looking to rebound from a tough Week 1 loss.
Game Details
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Matchup: Northwood (Shreveport, LA) @ Benton (LA)
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Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Benton Stadium @ Middle School
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Northwood Falcons
The Falcons begin their 2025 season highly motivated, coming in ranked #2,289 nationally and #51 in Louisiana. Known for their balanced offense and aggressive defensive schemes, Northwood will aim to establish dominance at the line of scrimmage and control tempo in their season debut.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #2,289
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State Rank (LA): #51
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Key to Win: Execute their passing game early, maintain defensive discipline, and take advantage of Benton’s early-season miscues.
Main Squad:
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Chris Johnson – QB
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Malik Harris – RB
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Jamal Robinson – WR
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Devin Scott – WR/CB
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Cameron White – LB
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Jeremiah Brown – DL
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Tyrese Carter – DB
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Marcus Allen – OL
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Xavier Williams – RB/FS
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Anthony Reed – TE
Benton Tigers
The Tigers enter Week 2 at 0-1 overall, following a close loss where they put up 18 points but came up short. Ranked #3,494 nationally and #81 in Louisiana, Benton has the tools to bounce back quickly, especially playing in front of their home crowd. To succeed, they must clean up execution and rely on their offensive playmakers.
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2025 Record: 0-1
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National Rank: #3,494
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State Rank (LA): #81
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Key to Win: Protect the football, use their running game to control possession, and prevent Northwood from breaking big plays through the air.
Main Squad:
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Jayden Carter – QB
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Isaiah Mitchell – RB
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Brandon Lewis – WR
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Corey Thomas – WR/DB
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Elijah Parker – LB
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Michael Johnson – DL
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Tyler Brooks – OL
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Jordan Evans – DB
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Damien Scott – RB
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Andre Miller – TE
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
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| Northwood | 2,289 | 51 (LA) | 0-0 |
| Benton | 3,494 | 81 (LA) | 0-1 |
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