Turlock vs Central East (California) High School Football Game Preview, Main Roster and Record – 9/5/2025

High School Football

The Central East Bengals (1-1) return home for a non-conference matchup against the Turlock Bulldogs (1-1) on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:15 PM. Both teams are coming off split starts and look to gain momentum in this key early-season clash.

Game Details

Matchup: Turlock Bulldogs @ Central East Bengals
Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:15 PM
Location: Fresno, CA
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Turlock Bulldogs

Turlock sits at 1-1 after splitting their first two contests. With talent across their lineup, the Bulldogs aim to slow down Central East’s explosive offense and notch a big road win.

2025 Record: 1-1
National Rank: #1,192
State Rank: #103 (CA)
Section Rank: #10
Class Rank: #5
Key to Win: Contain Central East’s passing game and establish balance on offense.

Main Squad:
○ Cole Gilbert – QB
○ Carson Kain – WR
○ Julian Rosa – WR/DB
○ Luke Borden – WR/DB
○ Gabriel Gutierrez – RB
○ Grant Krueger – TE/DE
○ Michael Aguirre – LB
○ Dominic Torres – OL
○ Blake Carr – DL
○ AJ Ramirez – DB

Central East Bengals

Central East is also 1-1, led by a high-scoring offense and a defense capable of creating turnovers. With home-field advantage, the Bengals are determined to make a statement under the lights.

2025 Record: 1-1
National Rank: #164
State Rank: #21 (CA)
Section Rank: #1
Key to Win: Play fast offensively and pressure Turlock’s quarterback.

Main Squad:
○ Elijah Hort – QB
○ DJ Stevenson – WR
○ Armando Martinez – RB
○ Kaden Green – WR/DB
○ Isaiah Wilson – LB
○ Jameson Garcia – OL/DL
○ Tyree Jackson – RB/LB
○ Marcus Allen – DB
○ Samuel Ortiz – DL
○ Malachi Brown – WR

Rankings & Records

Team National Rank State Rank Class Rank Overall Home Away Win % PF PA
Turlock #1,192 #103 (CA) #5 1-1 1-0 0-1 50% 33 58
Central East #164 #21 (CA) #– 1-1 1-0 0-1 50% 67 54