Two winless programs look to get on track in Week 2 as Unaka (Elizabethton, TN) travels across state lines to face Twin Springs (Nickelsville, VA) in a non-conference matchup on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:30 PM. Both squads enter eager for their first win of the season, making this a crucial early test.
Game Details
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Matchup: Unaka (TN) @ Twin Springs (VA)
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Date & Time: Friday, September 5, 2025 – 7:30 PM
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Location: Twin Springs High School, Nickelsville, VA
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Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Unaka Rangers
The Rangers are off to a tough start, sitting at 0-2, ranked #13,431 nationally and #341 in Tennessee. With only 6 points scored and 115 points allowed through two games, Unaka must improve both offensively and defensively to remain competitive. Look for quarterback play and leadership from their young squad as they chase their first win.
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2025 Record: 0-2
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National Rank: #13,431
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State Rank (TN): #341
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Class Rank: #44
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Key to Win: Establish a balanced offense, win time of possession, and limit big plays by Twin Springs.
Main Squad:
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Levi Fisher – RB
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Timothy Parenteau – QB
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Asher Dunn – WR
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Kaden Candelaria – LB
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Mason Brown – DB
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Cole Edwards – WR
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Tanner Hicks – OL
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Zane Roberts – DL
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Hunter Moore – LB
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Brady Stout – WR
Twin Springs Titans
The Titans opened the season with a 38-21 road loss, but still showed flashes of offensive firepower. Ranked #12,871 nationally and #316 in Virginia, Twin Springs is led by dual-threat quarterback Clay Ross, who already averages over 100 rushing yards and 130 passing yards per game. At home, the Titans will look to bounce back strong against a struggling Unaka squad.
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2025 Record: 0-1
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National Rank: #12,871
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State Rank (VA): #316
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Division Rank: #28
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Key to Win: Ride the arm and legs of Clay Ross, maintain defensive discipline, and capitalize on Unaka’s mistakes.
Main Squad:
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Clay Ross – QB
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Julian Pascual – WR
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Jackson Morris – RB
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Dylan Carter – LB
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Logan Trent – DB
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Wyatt Ferguson – OL
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Cole Johnson – DL
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Ashton Burke – WR
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Eli Sanders – TE
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Caleb Horton – LB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Division/Class | Overall Record | Home | Away | PF | PA |
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| Unaka | 13,431 | 341 (TN) | 44 | 0-2 | 0-2 | 0-0 | 6 | 115 |
| Twin Springs | 12,871 | 316 (VA) | 28 | 0-1 | 0-0 | 0-1 | 21 | 38 |
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