The Rowland Raiders open their 2025 season at home against the Wilson Wildcats on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Wilson looks to rebound after a tough Week 1 loss, while Rowland will aim to make a statement in their season debut under the lights.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Wilson (Hacienda Heights, CA) vs Rowland (Rowland Heights, CA)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Rowland High School, Rowland Heights, CA
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Wilson Wildcats
The Wildcats are ranked #10,926 nationally, #741 in California, and #281 in their section. After a tough 62-15 loss in their opener, Wilson will need to regroup quickly and emphasize defensive improvements while looking for more consistency on offense.
○ 2025 Record: 0-1
○ National Rank: #10,926
○ State Rank: #741 (CA)
○ Section Rank: #281
○ Strengths: Offensive potential, competitive spirit, veteran leadership
○ Key to Win: Minimize turnovers and shore up the defense
Rowland Raiders
The Raiders open their season ranked #10,623 nationally, #723 in California, and #275 in their section. With fresh energy and home-field advantage, Rowland will look to start strong and capitalize on Wilson’s early struggles.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #10,623
○ State Rank: #723 (CA)
○ Section Rank: #275
○ Strengths: Home-field advantage, rested roster, balanced potential
○ Key to Win: Establish offensive rhythm early and control the pace of the game
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Section Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilson Wildcats | 10,926 | 741 (CA) | 281 | 0-1 | 15 | 62 |
| Rowland Raiders | 10,623 | 723 (CA) | 275 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
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