The 2025 Arkansas high school football season rolls on with a non-conference matchup as the Forrest City Mustangs host the Southside Southerners on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams start the season at 0-0, with Southside looking to prove their higher ranking on the road and Forrest City seeking a home upset.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Southside (Batesville, AR) vs Forrest City (Forrest City, AR)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Forrest City High School, Forrest City, AR
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Southside Southerners
The Southerners come in ranked #2,023 nationally, #30 in Arkansas, and #6 in their class. Southside will look to leverage their physicality and experienced roster to secure a season-opening road win.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #2,023
○ State Rank: #30 (AR)
○ Class Rank: #6
○ Strengths: Physical roster, balanced play, experienced leadership
○ Key to Win: Control the line of scrimmage and sustain offensive drives
Forrest City Mustangs
The Mustangs enter ranked #8,049 nationally, #117 in Arkansas, and #34 in their class. Playing at home, Forrest City will look to use speed and energy from their crowd to challenge Southside and grab an upset win.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #8,049
○ State Rank: #117 (AR)
○ Class Rank: #34
○ Strengths: Team speed, home-field advantage, underdog mentality
○ Key to Win: Limit turnovers and capitalize on scoring chances
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southside Southerners | 2,023 | 30 (AR) | 6 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
| Forrest City Mustangs | 8,049 | 117 (AR) | 34 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
Melvin Smith is a high school sports enthusiast with a passion for capturing the energy of student competitions. He enjoys sharing stories that celebrate athletes’ dedication and the community spirit of the game.