The 2025 Arkansas high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as the Gravette Lions host the Pea Ridge Blackhawks on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams enter the year determined to establish early momentum in this competitive in-state battle.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Pea Ridge (Pea Ridge, AR) vs Gravette (Gravette, AR)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Gravette High School, Gravette, AR
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Pea Ridge Blackhawks
The Blackhawks enter ranked #6,537 nationally, #89 in Arkansas, and #23 in their class. Pea Ridge will look to use its defensive toughness and balanced offense to pull off a road victory.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #6,537
○ State Rank: #89 (AR)
○ Class Rank: #23
○ Strengths: Defensive strength, balanced roster, team discipline
○ Key to Win: Control time of possession and limit turnovers
Gravette Lions
The Lions come in ranked #4,538 nationally, #67 in Arkansas, and #11 in their class. With home-field support, Gravette will rely on its offensive firepower and defensive resilience to begin the season strong.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #4,538
○ State Rank: #67 (AR)
○ Class Rank: #11
○ Strengths: Offensive playmakers, home-field advantage, physical defense
○ Key to Win: Start fast offensively and maintain defensive discipline
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pea Ridge Blackhawks | 6,537 | 89 (AR) | 23 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
| Gravette Lions | 4,538 | 67 (AR) | 11 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
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