The 2025 high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as Rusk (TX) visits Mount Vernon (TX) on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:30 PM. The game will take place at Mount Vernon High School, where Mount Vernon enters with a perfect 1-0 record, while Rusk looks to bounce back after a tough opening loss.
Game Details:
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Matchup: Rusk (TX) @ Mount Vernon (TX)
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Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:30 PM
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Location: Mount Vernon High School, Mount Vernon, TX
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Rusk Eagles:
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The Eagles enter this game with a 0-1 record after a difficult 20-6 loss in their season opener. Rusk will look to improve both their offense and defense to stay competitive in this road matchup.
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2025 Record: 0-1
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National Rank: #3,294
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State Rank (TX): #440
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Key to Win: Focus on a more balanced offensive attack and a stronger defensive performance to challenge Mount Vernon.
Main Squad:
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Kiceriun Teague – RB
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Ross Davis – QB
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Adrian Tumblin – WR
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Aiden Adams – LB
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Jason Butler – DL
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Caleb White – DB
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Logan Harris – OL
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Daniel Evans – WR
Mount Vernon Tigers:
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The Tigers come into this game with a 1-0 record, following an impressive 55-36 victory in their season opener. Mount Vernon’s offense was explosive, and their defense showed resilience under pressure. They will look to build on this strong start to the season.
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2025 Record: 1-0
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National Rank: #3,140
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State Rank (TX): #425
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Key to Win: Continue to dominate on offense, especially in the passing game, and tighten up their defense to limit big plays.
Main Squad:
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Ross Davis – QB
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Kiceriun Teague – RB
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Adrian Tumblin – WR
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Aiden Adams – LB
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Wyatt Pierce – DL
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Joshua Parker – WR
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Samuel Grant – DB
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Ethan Black – OL
Rankings & Records:
| Team | National Rank | State Rank (TX) | Overall Record |
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| Rusk | #3,294 | #440 | 0-1 |
| Mount Vernon | #3,140 | #425 | 1-0 |
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