Clay-Chalkville (Pinson, AL) varsity football is set to host Ramsay (Birmingham, AL) in a highly anticipated home non-conference game on Friday, August 29 at 7 p.m. Both teams bring strong talent and energy, making this matchup one to watch as fans gather for an exciting night of Alabama football action.
Game Information
- Matchup: Bryant vs Baker
- Date: Friday, August 29, 2025
- Time: 7:00 p.m.
Bryant vs Baker: Irvington Hosts Mobile in a Key Alabama High School Football Clash
When two neighboring programs meet on the football field, records and rankings often take a backseat to local pride. That’s exactly what fans can expect when the Bryant vs Baker matchup kicks off on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7 p.m. in Irvington, Alabama. This home conference game for Bryant has already generated plenty of excitement, as the Hurricanes will test themselves against a Baker squad that opened the season on a strong note.
For fans tracking high school football across the state, this showdown is a highlight on the Alabama football calendar . Both teams are aiming to set the tone for their respective campaigns, and while Bryant is stepping onto the field for the first time this year, Baker already has one victory in the books.
Game Info at a Glance
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Matchup: Bryant (Irvington, AL) vs. Baker (Mobile, AL)
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Date & Time: Friday, Aug. 29, 2025, @ 7 p.m.
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Location: Bryant High School, Irvington, AL
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Game Type: Conference matchup
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Coverage: Fans are encouraged to sign up as live score reporters for either side.
Rankings and Records
A quick look at the standings gives context to this early-season clash.
Baker (2025-26 Season)
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National Rank: 782
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Alabama Rank: 23
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Class Rank: 12
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Overall Record: 1-0
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Home Record: 1-0
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Away Record: 0-0
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Win Percentage: 1.000
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Points For: 41
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Points Against: 31
Baker started the year with a thrilling 41-31 win, showing both offensive explosiveness and some defensive areas to clean up.
Bryant (2025-26 Season)
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National Rank: 5,404
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Alabama Rank: 150
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Class Rank: 28
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Overall Record: 0-0
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Home Record: 0-0
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Away Record: 0-0
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Win Percentage: .000
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Points For/Against: 0/0
For Bryant, this will be the first official test of the season, giving fans and coaches their first look at how the Hurricanes stack up in 2025.
For more breakdowns and to follow other state matchups, check out the full Alabama High School Football schedule
Scoring Averages
The Week 1 data from Baker reveals an offense capable of putting up points in bunches.
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Baker:
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1st Quarter: 14 points
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2nd Quarter: 7 points
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3rd Quarter: 0 points
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4th Quarter: 20 points
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Final: 41 points
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Bryant: Season opener – no scoring data yet.
Baker’s ability to strike early and finish strong in the fourth quarter is worth noting. However, the lull in the third quarter could present an opportunity for Bryant if they can stay within striking distance.
Offensive and Defensive Comparison
Baker
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Rushing Yards per Game: 201.0
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Passing Yards per Game: 192.0
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Receiving Yards per Game: 171.0
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Total Yards per Game: 393.0
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Tackles per Game: 62.0
Bryant
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Rushing Yards: N/A
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Passing Yards: N/A
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Receiving Yards: N/A
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Total Yards: N/A
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Tackles per Game: N/A
The gap in available statistics highlights the challenge of previewing Bryant. Without prior game data, fans can only speculate how their offense and defense will compare to Baker’s balanced attack. What is clear is that Baker enters with nearly 400 yards of total offense per game, split evenly between the run and the pass. That dual-threat capability makes them difficult to defend.
Key Players to Watch
Baker Hornets
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Jailen Wheeler (#0): 175 rushing yards per game, giving Baker a dependable ground option.
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Tate Graham (#7): 192 passing yards and 192 total yards per game, showing his role as the offensive engine.
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Jamien Pryor (#6): 72 receiving yards per game, stretching defenses downfield.
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Alex Hawthorne (#2): 9 tackles per game, anchoring the defense.
Bryant’s player statistics are not yet available, but their performance on opening night will reveal which athletes step into leadership roles.
Common Opponents
While neither team has faced a common opponent yet this season, their schedules overlap later in the year. Both Bryant and Baker will see Davidson, Daphne, Robertsdale, Foley, Mary G. Montgomery, and Fairhope in region play. This adds extra weight to Friday’s game, as it provides an early comparison point for upcoming matchups.
Key dates to circle:
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Baker vs. Davidson (Sept. 5, 2025)
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Bryant vs. Davidson (Sept. 19, 2025)
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Baker vs. Daphne (Sept. 19, 2025)
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Bryant vs. Daphne (Oct. 10, 2025)
How each team performs in those contests will play a major role in determining playoff seeding.
Record Breakdown
Baker
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Overall: 1-0
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League: 0-0
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Non-League: 1-0
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Home: 1-0
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Away: 0-0
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Neutral: 0-0
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Playoff: 0-0
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In-State: 1-0
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Out-of-State: 0-0
Bryant
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Overall: 0-0
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League: 0-0
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Non-League: 0-0
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Home: 0-0
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Away: 0-0
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Neutral: 0-0
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Playoff: 0-0
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In-State: 0-0
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Out-of-State: 0-0
This will be Bryant’s first opportunity to enter the win column.
What to Expect
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For Baker: Confidence should be high after a double-digit win to open the season. Expect them to lean on Wheeler’s rushing and Graham’s passing to balance the attack.
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For Bryant: The Hurricanes will look to harness the energy of their home crowd and prove they can keep pace with one of the more efficient offenses in Alabama’s 7A competition.
Why This Game Matters
Conference games in late August may seem like early steps, but they often define the season’s trajectory. For Baker, a second win would reinforce their state ranking and solidify their momentum. For Bryant, this opener is a chance to make a statement, erase doubts, and show that their ranking undervalues their potential.
