The Holtville Bulldogs host the Shelby County Wildcats in a non-conference matchup on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Shelby County comes in with momentum after a season-opening win, while Holtville aims to bounce back at home following a narrow loss.
Game Details
- Matchup: Shelby County (Columbiana, AL) vs Holtville (Deatsville, AL)
- Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
- Location: Holtville High School, Deatsville, AL
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Shelby County Wildcats
The Wildcats are ranked #7,687 nationally, #206 in Alabama, and #41 in their class. After a 27-14 season-opening win, they bring momentum into this road contest with a balanced offense and resilient defense.
- 2025 Record: 1-0
- National Rank: #7,687
- State Rank: #206 (AL)
- Class Rank: #41
- Strengths: Balanced offense, strong defensive effort, early momentum
- Key to Win: Control the tempo and limit turnovers on the road
Holtville Bulldogs
The Bulldogs are ranked #6,229 nationally, #172 in Alabama, and #33 in their class. Despite a close 15-14 loss to start the year, Holtville showed defensive toughness and offensive potential. Returning home, they’ll look to capitalize on home-field advantage to even their record.
- 2025 Record: 0-1
- National Rank: #6,229
- State Rank: #172 (AL)
- Class Rank: #33
- Strengths: Defensive toughness, home-field advantage, balanced roster
- Key to Win: Execute offensively in the red zone and finish drives
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shelby County Wildcats | 7,687 | 206 (AL) | 41 | 1-0 | 27 | 14 |
| Holtville Bulldogs | 6,229 | 172 (AL) | 33 | 0-1 | 14 | 15 |
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