BATON ROUGE, LA – The wait is almost over for high school football fans in the Capital City. The Tara High School Trojans are set to open their 2025 campaign at home with a non-conference showdown against the Northeast High School Vikings from Pride, Louisiana.

Game Details:

• Who: Northeast Vikings (Pride, LA) vs. Tara Trojans (Baton Rouge, LA)

• What: Non-Conference Varsity Football Game

• When: Thursday, August 28, 2025, at 8:30 PM

• Where: Tara High School Stadium, Baton Rouge

• Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network

The opening kickoff is scheduled for Thursday, August 28, at 8:30 PM at Tara High School’s stadium.

This early-season matchup provides both teams with a crucial opportunity to set the tone for the year ahead. For the Trojans, a strong performance on their home field will be paramount to building momentum before diving into the heart of their competitive schedule. The Vikings will travel to Baton Rouge looking to score an early-season road victory and make a statement of their own.

Non-conference games like this are often a valuable measuring stick, allowing coaches to evaluate their squad’s execution, depth, and composure against unfamiliar opposition before the high-stakes district play begins.

The Thursday night time slot adds an extra layer of excitement, offering the local community a chance to come out and kick off the high school football weekend a day early. The energy under the stadium lights promises to be electric as both teams leave everything on the field in their first official test of the season.

Fans are encouraged to arrive early to secure their seats and support the Trojans as they embark on a new season filled with promise and potential.