The Soldotna (AK) varsity football team will host Palmer (AK) for a conference game on Friday, August 15, at 6:00 PM.
Soldotna vs Palmer Football Game Info:
What: Alaska High School Football
Who: Soldotna vs Palmer
When: Friday, August 15, 2025
Time: 6 PM
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Game preview: Soldotna vs Palmer
Soldotna vs. Palmer: Early Season Preview for 2025 High School Football
As the 2025 high school football season kicks off in Alaska, two familiar rivals, Soldotna and Palmer, are preparing for another exciting campaign. Both teams are entering the season with fresh rosters and plenty of anticipation, eager to make their mark on the state rankings.
Team Rankings and Records
Soldotna enters the season as one of the top-ranked programs in the state, sitting at No. 2 in Alaska and No. 1 in Class 1, with a national ranking of 3,274. Meanwhile, Palmer is ranked No. 16 in Alaska and No. 7 in Class 7, holding a national ranking of 10,952. Neither team has played a game yet, with both holding an 0-0 overall record.
Early Schedule Highlights
Soldotna opens its season at home against Chugiak on August 22, while Palmer kicks off on the road against North Pole on the same date. Both teams face a mix of challenging league and non-league opponents, including matchups with West Valley, Eagle River, Lathrop, and Wasilla. Notably, their schedules feature several common opponents, providing fans with a chance to compare performances as the season progresses.
Comparing the Programs
While the official records are yet to be established, Soldotna has historically enjoyed stronger state-level rankings and a more prominent national profile. Palmer, however, has the advantage of a challenging schedule that could help them climb the standings if early victories are secured. Both programs will look to leverage home-field advantage and capitalize on early-season momentum to set the tone for their campaigns.
What to Watch
Key storylines this season include Soldotna’s pursuit of maintaining its elite status in Alaska high school football, and Palmer’s quest to make an impact against tougher competition. With all matchups currently unplayed, fans can anticipate an exciting season filled with potential upsets, high-scoring games, and standout individual performances.
As the first kickoff approaches, all eyes in the state will be on these two programs as they begin their journeys toward the 2025 football postseason.
