The 2025 high school football season continues with an Eastern Kentucky showdown as Perry County Central (Hazard, KY) visits Magoffin County (Salyersville, KY) on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:30 PM. The Commodores are seeking their first win of the season, while the Hornets look to build momentum after splitting their first two games.
Game Details
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Matchup: Perry County Central (KY) @ Magoffin County (KY)
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Date & Time: Friday, September 5, 2025 – 7:30 PM
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Location: Magoffin County High School (Salyersville, KY)
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Perry County Central Commodores
The Commodores enter at 0-2, still searching for their first win after a tough start. Ranked #6,771 nationally and #89 in Kentucky, Perry Central has struggled offensively, averaging just 7.0 points per game. Their defense has been tested early, giving up 71 points across two contests. To stay competitive, they’ll need to establish consistency on both sides of the ball.
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2025 Record: 0-2
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National Rank: #6,771
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State Rank (KY): #89
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Key to Win: Protect the football, sustain longer offensive drives, and limit Magoffin’s scoring bursts in the second half.
Main Squad:
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Ethan Campbell – QB
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Logan Smith – RB
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Dylan Napier – WR/CB
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Hunter Collins – LB
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Cameron Noble – DL/OL
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Peyton Baker – RB/LB
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Tyler Lawson – WR/FS
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Isaac Fields – OL/DL
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Landon Morris – LB
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James Trent – WR/DB
Magoffin County Hornets
The Hornets sit at 1-1, showing resilience after a tough opener. Ranked #11,582 nationally and #178 in Kentucky, Magoffin County has proven it can put up points, averaging 31.0 per game. Their balance on offense and improving defense give them confidence heading into their home opener.
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2025 Record: 1-1
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National Rank: #11,582
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State Rank (KY): #178
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Key to Win: Continue offensive efficiency while tightening defensive execution, especially against Perry Central’s attempts to control the tempo.
Main Squad:
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Jackson Howard – QB
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Bryce Allen – RB
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Caden Patrick – WR/CB
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Mason Green – WR/FS
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Chase Helton – LB
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Troy Caldwell – OL/DL
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Jaden Frazier – RB/LB
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Eli Watkins – DL
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Colton Bailey – WR
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Zach Johnson – LB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record | Points For (PF) | Points Against (PA) | Avg. PPG |
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| Perry County Central | #6,771 | #89 (KY) | 0-2 | 14 | 71 | 7.0 |
| Magoffin County | #11,582 | #178 (KY) | 1-1 | 62 | 57 | 31.0 |
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