The Jackson Ironman/Ironladies (2-0) will host the Wheelersburg Pirates (2-0) in a non-conference matchup on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:30 PM in Jackson, OH. Both teams enter undefeated, setting the stage for a high-stakes showdown to maintain early-season perfection.
Game Details
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Matchup: Wheelersburg (2-0) @ Jackson (2-0)
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Date & Time: Friday, September 5, 2025 – 7:30 PM
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Location: Jackson High School, Jackson, OH
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Wheelersburg Pirates
Wheelersburg enters the contest undefeated at 2-0, averaging 26.5 points per game. Their balanced attack features strong rushing and moderate passing production, while their defense has allowed just 15 points in two games. Consistency and ball control will be key on the road against Jackson.
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2025 Record: 2-0 (1-0 Home, 1-0 Away)
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National Rank: 1,431
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State Rank (OH): 86
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Division Rank: 5
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Key to Win: Limit turnovers, control the clock, and capitalize on scoring opportunities in every quarter.
Main Squad / Leaders:
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Braylon Rucker – QB (#4) | 105.0 passing YPG, 153.0 total YPG
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Owen Wilburn – RB (#34) | 61.0 rushing YPG
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Kenyon Evans – WR (#2) | 34.0 receiving YPG
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Gabe Vaughters – DL (#28) | 1.0 sacks per game
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Brady Doss – LB (#1) | 4.0 tackles per game
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Ethan Carter – OL
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Mason Thompson – WR
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Tyler Reed – DB
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Jordan Price – TE
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Dylan Harris – LB
Jackson Ironman/Ironladies
Jackson also enters undefeated at 2-0, scoring 38.5 points per game while allowing just 17 points. Their explosive offense, particularly in the first half, has been a major factor in their early success. Defensively, they aim to contain Wheelersburg’s running game and maintain pressure throughout.
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2025 Record: 2-0 (2-0 Home, 0-0 Away)
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National Rank: 1,475
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State Rank (OH): 91
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Division Rank: 16
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Key to Win: Establish early offensive rhythm, control the line of scrimmage, and maintain defensive intensity to protect home-field advantage.
Main Squad / Leaders:
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Braylon Rucker – QB (#4)
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Elijah Brown – RB (#26) | 12.0 PPG
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Gabe Vaughters – WR
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Brady Doss – LB
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Mason Carter – OL
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Dylan Johnson – DB
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Ethan White – WR/DB
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Tyler Harris – DL
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Logan Matthews – TE
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Connor Blake – LB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
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| Wheelersburg | 1,431 | 86 | 2-0 |
| Jackson | 1,475 | 91 | 2-0 |
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