The La Pine (OR) varsity football team will host South Umpqua (Myrtle Creek, OR) for a non-conference matchup on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM.

Game Details:

• Matchup: South Umpqua VS La Pine

• Date & Time: Friday, September 5, 2025 | 7:00 PM

• Location: La Pine High School

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

La Pine vs. South Umpqua: Early-Season Clash Promises Excitement

The La Pine High School varsity football team kicks off its 2025-26 season with a home non-conference matchup against South Umpqua High School from Myrtle Creek, OR. The game is set for Friday, September 5, at 7:00 p.m. at La Pine High School.

Both teams are entering the season fresh, with no games played yet. South Umpqua comes into the contest ranked 74th in Oregon and 9,102nd nationally, while La Pine is 138th in the state and 13,260th nationally. Despite the rankings, the season is a blank slate, and both squads will be eager to start strong.

Season Outlook

South Umpqua and La Pine both finished the previous season with identical 0-0 records, giving this matchup added intrigue. Both teams will rely on early-season momentum to set the tone for the year, with players and coaches focused on execution and fundamentals in these first contests.

Common Opponents

Interestingly, both teams share common opponents in Elmira, Klamath Union, Siuslaw, and Mapleton, but they will face them at different points in the season. These common matchups provide a potential benchmark to gauge each team’s progress throughout the season.

Record Breakdown

As this is the season opener for both squads, all statistical categories—home, away, league, non-league, in-state, out-of-state—are currently at 0-0. The game promises to offer fans an early look at each team’s strengths and areas for growth.

What to Watch

• La Pine will be looking to leverage home-field advantage and a strong start to set the tone for the season.

• South Umpqua, with slightly higher state ranking, will aim to assert its dominance early and build momentum for the non-league schedule.

• Fans can expect a competitive game, with both teams hungry for their first win of the season.

The kickoff between La Pine and South Umpqua marks the opening chapter in what promises to be an exciting football season for both schools. All eyes will be on the field Friday night as these two programs battle for early bragging rights.