The Lewiston Bengals (ID) varsity football team is set to play a home non-conference game against Columbia Wildcats (ID) on Friday, August 22, at 7:00 PM.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Idaho High School Football
Who: Lewiston Bengals (ID) vs Columbia Wildcats (ID)
When: Friday, August 22, 2025
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network

2025-26 High School Football Preview: A Look at Lewiston and Columbia

The 2025-26 high school football season is on the horizon, and while records are currently clean slates, preseason rankings provide a glimpse into the potential for two programs: Lewiston and Columbia. Based on national, state, and class rankings, there’s a clear difference in their initial standing.

Lewiston: A Strong Start in Idaho

Lewiston High School, a team with a history of past successes including multiple state titles in various sports, is positioned favorably heading into the season. The Bengals hold a respectable national rank of 3,402. More impressively, they’re ranked 22nd in their state and 6th within their class, which is a strong starting position. While their 25-26 record is currently 0-0 across all breakdowns—overall, home, away, league, and non-league—their high state and class rankings suggest a program with a solid foundation and a history of competitiveness.

Columbia: An Uphill Battle Ahead

For Columbia High School, the road to success appears to be more challenging based on their preseason rankings. The team’s national rank is 8,279, placing them significantly behind Lewiston. They are ranked 60th in their state and 20th in their class. Like Lewiston, their 25-26 record is also 0-0 in all categories, including head-to-head matchups, but their lower rankings indicate they’ll likely face a tougher climb to reach the top tier of their competition.