san antonio tx, August 29, 2025
News Summary
The Texas high school football season has officially started, featuring exciting Week 1 matchups, including defending champion Smithson Valley against Roosevelt. Key games also include Plano vs. Odessa Permian, which will be nationally televised, and notable players and teams like Forney and North Shore ready to make their mark. The opening week promises thrilling competition and sets the stage for an engaging season ahead.
San Antonio — The Texas high school football season officially kicked off this week with a slate of high-profile Week 1 matchups, a defending state champion opening its title defense, and several marquee games that will draw statewide attention. The season opener features programs of varying sizes and pedigrees, including games with television coverage and nationally known opponents.
Topline: Title defense, television game and major Week 1 matchups
The most immediate storyline is Smithson Valley beginning its title defense against Roosevelt, with Smithson Valley entering the season after winning a state championship — the first for a San Antonio-area school in 14 years. Other major programs highlighted for Week 1 include Brackenridge, Churchill and Judson in Thursday night openings. A nationally televised contest will feature Plano facing Odessa Permian on the NFL Network.
Key games and contexts
- Smithson Valley vs. Roosevelt — Smithson Valley starts the season as a defending champion, while Roosevelt aims to rebound from a 2-8 record last season.
- Plano vs. Odessa Permian — A nationally televised matchup between two historically strong programs.
- Forney vs. Lake Highlands — Forney opens as the No. 12-ranked Class 6A team, featuring quarterback Nelson Peterson Jr. and running back Javian Osborne.
- North Shore vs. South Oak Cliff — North Shore, a Class 6A program with multiple state championships, opens against South Oak Cliff, coached by a two-time state champion and facing a difficult nondistrict schedule.
- Aledo vs. Denton Guyer — Aledo seeks revenge after a narrow loss to Denton Guyer last season.
- DeSoto vs. Creekside (GA) — DeSoto, coming off back-to-back state titles, opens against Creekside from Georgia.
- Other notable openers: Lake Travis at Arlington Martin; Cedar Hill vs. Midlothian; Highland Park vs. Rockwall-Heath; Flower Mound Marcus vs. Keller; Austin Westlake vs. Prosper; Melissa vs. Don Bosco Prep (NJ); and Frisco Lone Star vs. Argyle.
Players and units to watch
Several individual players and team units are singled out as early-season keys. Notable players include Kaydon Finley (Aledo), Damarion Mays (North Crowley) and Jalen Brewster (Cedar Hill). Offensively, Frisco Lone Star is listed among the area’s most productive offenses, cited as the area’s third-best total offense entering the season. Forney’s offense will draw attention with quarterback Nelson Peterson Jr. and running back Javian Osborne.
Supporting details: Schedules, rankings and program notes
Many teams face challenging non-district schedules designed to test depth and readiness early in the season. South Oak Cliff’s opener against North Shore represents a tough early test; North Shore’s long-term success at the Class 6A level continues to make it a benchmark program. Plano and Odessa Permian’s televised matchup will highlight traditional Texas powerhouses with extensive histories.
DeSoto, as the defending back-to-back state champion, begins the campaign against an out-of-state opponent, signaling a willingness by Texas programs to schedule national competition. Melissa’s matchup against Don Bosco Prep of New Jersey stands out as an interregional contest that pits a Dallas-area team against a nationally recognized out-of-state power that has amassed 15 state championships in its history.
How fans can follow coverage and share updates
Fans are encouraged to share photos, video and score updates through the local app and Facebook channels designated for community submissions. Local game-day updates, scoreboard postings and community-contributed media remain important ways for families and fans to stay connected to weekend action.
Background context
Texas high school football traditionally features deep community investment, with multiple classification levels and a wide range of program histories. This opening week continues familiar patterns: defending champions drawing close attention, regional rivals meeting early to set the tone for district play, and non-district scheduling used to prepare teams for postseason goals.
Programs highlighted for Week 1 reflect both storied programs with long championship histories and emerging teams looking to establish themselves early in the season. The mix of televised slots, interregional opponents, and key on-field matchups provides a broad snapshot of the statewide season kickoff.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did the Texas high school football season begin?
The season officially kicked off with Week 1 games, including Thursday night openers for many programs.
Which team is defending a state championship?
Smithson Valley is defending its state championship and opened the season against Roosevelt.
Which Week 1 game will be televised nationally?
The matchup between Plano and Odessa Permian is scheduled to be televised on the NFL Network.
Which teams or players are noted as ones to watch early in the season?
Key players to watch include Kaydon Finley (Aledo), Damarion Mays (North Crowley) and Jalen Brewster (Cedar Hill). Frisco Lone Star is noted for one of the area’s top offenses, and Forney is ranked No. 12 in Class 6A.
How can fans submit game photos or score updates?
Fans are asked to submit photos, videos and score updates through the community app and social media channels set up for local contributions.
Key features: Week 1 matchups and notes
| Team | Opening Opponent | Notable Fact / Player |
|---|---|---|
| Smithson Valley | Roosevelt | Defending state champion; first San Antonio-area title in 14 years |
| Plano | Odessa Permian | Televised on NFL Network; historic Texas programs |
| Forney | Lake Highlands | No. 12 Class 6A; Nelson Peterson Jr., Javian Osborne |
| North Shore | South Oak Cliff | Class 6A; multiple state championships |
| Aledo | Denton Guyer | Key player Kaydon Finley; revenge rematch context |
| DeSoto | Creekside (GA) | Back-to-back state champion |
| Melissa | Don Bosco Prep (NJ) | Opponent has 15 state championships (NJ) |
| Frisco Lone Star | Argyle | Third-best total offense in the area |
Week 1 timeline
| Date/Time | Event | Status / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Week 1 (Thursday night) | Opening games for Brackenridge, Churchill, Judson and other programs | Scheduled / Team schedules |
| Week 1 (Thursday night) | Smithson Valley vs. Roosevelt — title defense opener | Scheduled / Team schedules |
| Week 1 (Televised) | Plano vs. Odessa Permian on NFL Network | Scheduled / Broadcast listings |
| Week 1 (Various) | DeSoto vs. Creekside (GA); Forney vs. Lake Highlands; Aledo vs. Denton Guyer | Scheduled / Team schedules |
Simple visual statistics
Notable state championship counts (figures available from preseason information):
Rank snapshot: Forney enters with a preseason No. 12 Class 6A ranking and is noted among teams expected to challenge in the upper classifications.
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Additional Resources
- Austin American-Statesman: Week 1 Scores
- Wikipedia: Texas High School Football
- KENS5: San Antonio Week 1 Scores
- Google Search: Texas high school football scores aug 28
- MSN: Texas High School Football Scores Aug 28
- Google Scholar: High School Football Texas
- Sports Illustrated: Houston Area Week 1 Schedule
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Texas High School Football
- Dallas News: Previews & Predictions
- Google News: Texas High School Football
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