The 2025 high school football season continues with a conference matchup as Southern (Harwood, MD) travels to face Crofton (Gambrills, MD) on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 6:00 PM. Both teams enter the season opener with aspirations of making a strong push in Maryland state play.
Game Details
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Matchup: Southern Bulldogs (MD) @ Crofton Cardinals (MD)
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Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 6:00 PM
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Location: Crofton High School, Gambrills, MD
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Southern Bulldogs (Harwood, MD)
Southern enters the 2025 season aiming to climb the Maryland state rankings and prove themselves in conference play. Ranked #10,360 nationally and #155 in Maryland, the Bulldogs look to establish an early rhythm on both sides of the ball. To compete effectively, they will need strong execution in the trenches and consistent quarterback play to generate scoring opportunities.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #10,360
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State Rank (MD): #155
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Key to Win: Control the line of scrimmage, limit turnovers, and sustain long drives against Crofton’s defense.
Main Squad:
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Marcus Greene – QB
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Isaiah Thompson – RB
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Jalen Harris – WR/CB
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Tyler Johnson – LB
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Cameron Bryant – DL
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Xavier McMillan – WR
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Malik Rogers – DB
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Jordan Ellis – OL
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Devon Carter – RB
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Elijah Moore – LB
Crofton Cardinals (Gambrills, MD)
Crofton opens the season at home, determined to set the tone in front of their crowd. Ranked #8,609 nationally and #120 in Maryland, the Cardinals are slightly higher rated than Southern and will look to capitalize on home-field advantage. A balanced offensive attack and disciplined defense will be critical to taking the win in this season opener.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #8,609
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State Rank (MD): #120
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Key to Win: Use their defensive front to apply pressure, establish a run game, and take advantage of special teams opportunities.
Main Squad:
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Anthony Miller – QB
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Brandon Scott – RB
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Terrence Hill – WR
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Caleb Robinson – WR/DB
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Darius Johnson – LB
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Jamal Carter – DB
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Noah Williams – OL
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Jaylen Foster – DL
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Chris Anderson – RB
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Malik Brooks – WR
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
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| Southern | #10,360 | #155 (MD) | 0-0 |
| Crofton | #8,609 | #120 (MD) | 0-0 |
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