The Aloha Warriors (Beaverton, OR) varsity football team will host the Gresham Gophers (Gresham, OR) in a non-conference matchup on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 p.m.

Matchup Details

• Who: Gresham vs. Aloha

• When: Friday, September 5, 2025 – 7:00 p.m.

• Where: Aloha High School, Beaverton, OR

• Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network
• Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network

Aloha vs. Gresham: Friday Night Football Preview

The 2025 high school football season kicks off this week as the Aloha Warriors host the Gresham Gophers in a non-conference matchup on Friday, September 5, at 7 p.m. in Beaverton, Oregon. Both teams are looking to set the tone for the season after entering the year with identical clean slates.

Rankings & Records

Neither program has played a game yet in 2025, so both sit at 0-0 overall. Gresham enters the season ranked No. 113 in Oregon and No. 42 in its class, while holding the No. 11,930 spot nationally. Aloha follows closely behind, checking in at No. 126 in Oregon, No. 44 in its class, and No. 12,629 nationwide.

Both teams will be eager to improve their standing with a strong showing under the Friday night lights.

Season Outlook

• Gresham (0-0): The Gophers will aim to establish their identity early, leaning on discipline and execution to put points on the board. Entering the season without a win-loss record, they’ll look to jump ahead in rankings with a statement victory on the road.

• Aloha (0-0): The Warriors will enjoy the advantage of playing at home in Beaverton. While the team also begins the season at 0-0, Aloha hopes to use this opener as a launching point to build momentum and improve its position in both state and national rankings.

Matchup History

This contest will serve as a fresh chapter, as Gresham and Aloha have not yet faced each other in recent recorded play. Both programs share identical records across all categories — overall, league, non-league, home, away, and playoff — making this matchup a true test of which squad can take the early edge.

What’s at Stake

While it’s only Week 1, both schools have plenty to prove. With no common opponents or previous head-to-head meetings, this game is a chance to set the tone for the rest of the year. A victory could provide a critical boost in confidence and rankings, while a loss would leave one team searching for answers heading into the heart of the season.

Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. on Friday, September 5, at Aloha High School in Beaverton. Fans can expect an energetic, hard-fought opener between two programs eager to make their mark in 2025.