The 2025 California high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as the Willows Honkers host the Williams Yellowjackets on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:30 PM. The game will take place at Willows High School in Willows, CA, with both teams opening their seasons and aiming to start strong.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Williams (Williams, CA) vs Willows (Willows, CA)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:30 PM
○ Location: Willows High School, Willows, CA
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Williams Yellowjackets
The Yellowjackets enter ranked #13,251 nationally, #955 in California, and #7 in their section division. Starting the year on the road, Williams will look to lean on its defensive energy and physicality to challenge Willows.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #13,251
○ State Rank: #955 (CA)
○ Section Division Rank: #7
○ Strengths: Defensive toughness, motivated roster, physical play
○ Key to Win: Control the tempo and capitalize on Willows’ mistakes
Willows Honkers
Willows comes in ranked #13,277 nationally, #957 in California, and #8 in their section division. Opening the season at home, the Honkers will look to use their team speed and home support to secure an early victory.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #13,277
○ State Rank: #957 (CA)
○ Section Division Rank: #8
○ Strengths: Home-field advantage, speed, offensive versatility
○ Key to Win: Execute consistently and pressure Williams’ defense
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Section Div. Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Williams Yellowjackets | 13,251 | 955 (CA) | 7 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
| Willows Honkers | 13,277 | 957 (CA) | 8 | 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.