The Shawnee Heights Thunderbirds (Tecumseh, KS) host the Washburn Rural Blues (Topeka, KS) in a non-conference matchup on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams begin their 2025 seasons, with Washburn Rural entering as a top-20 program in Kansas and Shawnee Heights eager to pull off an early statement win.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Washburn Rural (KS) @ Shawnee Heights (KS)
○ Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Shawnee Heights High School, Tecumseh, KS
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Washburn Rural Blues
Washburn Rural starts the season ranked #1,932 nationally and #19 in Kansas. Known for disciplined defense and balanced offensive play, the Blues will aim to use their physicality to set the tone in their opener.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #1,932
○ State Rank: #19 (KS)
○ Class Rank: #10
○ Key to Win: Control the line of scrimmage and establish a steady rushing attack to wear down Shawnee Heights.
Main Squad:
○ Kaden Mitchell – QB
○ Isaiah Foster – RB
○ Logan Ramirez – WR
○ Carter Jennings – WR
○ Mason Alvarez – LB
○ Jordan Cruz – DB
○ Nolan Torres – OL
○ Elijah Brooks – DL
○ Caleb Walker – RB
○ Dominic Hayes – LB
Shawnee Heights Thunderbirds
Shawnee Heights opens the season ranked #4,628 nationally and #63 in Kansas. After a tough 2024 campaign, the Thunderbirds look to showcase growth in all phases and defend their home turf against a ranked opponent.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #4,628
○ State Rank: #63 (KS)
○ Class Rank: #18
○ Key to Win: Limit turnovers, win special teams battles, and capitalize on early offensive opportunities to gain momentum.
Main Squad:
○ Jalen Morris – QB
○ Xavier Long – RB
○ Colton Reed – WR
○ Micah Thompson – WR
○ Gavin Price – LB
○ Aiden Scott – DB
○ Tyler Monroe – OL
○ Brandon Lopez – DL
○ Evan Clarke – RB
○ Marcus Hill – LB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Overall | Home | Away | Win % | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washburn Rural | #1,932 | #19 (KS) | #10 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | .000 | 0 | 0 |
| Shawnee Heights | #4,628 | #63 (KS) | #18 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | .000 | 0 | 0 |
