Shreveport, Louisiana, August 25, 2025
News Summary
The high school football preseason in Northwest Louisiana is kicking off with several scrimmage events this week. Local teams, including Loyola, are set to play against various opponents to prepare for upcoming jamborees, creating a thrilling atmosphere ahead of the regular season starting in early September. Fans can expect competitive matchups as teams refine their strategies and showcase their talents in preparation for the new season.
Shreveport, Louisiana – The high school football preseason schedule is officially underway in Northwest Louisiana, with teams ready to take the field for scrimmages this week. This series of preseason events serves as crucial preparation for upcoming jamborees, which are set to take place next week before the regular season commences in the first week of September.
The preseason scrimmages are designed to allow teams to gauge their readiness and make final adjustments ahead of the games that count. Notably, Loyola has a packed scrimmage schedule this Thursday, featuring several matchups across the region. The scrimmages will kick off with a game against Northwood, alongside other encounters against teams such as North DeSoto, Red River, and Calvary throughout the evening.
Scrimmage Schedule for Loyola
- vs. Northwood – Thursday at 6 p.m.
- at North DeSoto – Thursday at 6 p.m.
- vs. Red River – Thursday at 6 p.m.
- vs. Calvary – Thursday at 6 p.m.
- at Ruston – Thursday (freshman at 6 p.m., varsity at 7 p.m.)
- at BTW – Thursday at 6 p.m.
- vs. Ouachita Christian (at Ruston) – Friday at 6 p.m.
- vs. Haynesville – Friday at 5:30 p.m.
- at Arcadia – Friday at 5:30 p.m.
- vs. Jena (at Louisiana College) – Friday at 7 p.m.
- at Haughton – Thursday at 6 p.m.
- vs. Many/Plain Dealing – Friday at 6 p.m.
- vs. Benton – Thursday at 6 p.m.
- at Airline – Thursday at 6 p.m.
- vs. Ouachita (freshmen at 6 p.m., varsity at 7 p.m.)
- vs. North Caddo/Many (at North Caddo) – Friday at 6 p.m.
- at Wossman – Friday at 6 p.m.
- at Franklin Parish – Friday at 6:30 p.m.
Upcoming Jamboree Schedule
The jamborees scheduled for next week promise a competitive atmosphere, highlighting some of the best talent in Northwest Louisiana. Key games scheduled include:
- vs. Haughton – Aug. 29 at 8:45 p.m.
- vs. Parkway (at Airline) – Aug. 29 at 5:45 p.m.
- vs. Plain Dealing (at Airline) – Aug. 29 at 7:15 p.m.
- vs. North Caddo (at Lee Hedges Stadium) – Aug. 29 at 7:20 p.m.
- vs. Woodlawn (at Lee Hedges Stadium) – Aug. 29 at 7:20 p.m.
- vs. Captain Shreve (at Lee Hedges Stadium) – Aug. 28 at 5 p.m.
- at Union Parish – Aug. 29.
- vs. Byrd (at Lee Hedges Stadium) – Aug. 28 at 5 p.m.
- at West Monroe (at ULM) – Aug. 30 at 7 p.m.
Participating Teams
The upcoming scrimmages and jamborees see participation from various local high schools, including Northwood, Ruston, Calvary, Haughton, and Captain Shreve, among others. These events set the stage for what promises to be an exciting and competitive high school football season in the region.
Conclusion
As teams prepare to hit the field for scrimmages this week, the anticipation grows for jamboree and regular season matches. Coaches and players alike are eager to showcase their skills and strategies before the official kickoff of the season in early September.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the high school football regular season start in Northwest Louisiana?
The regular season commences in the first week of September.
What are jamborees, and when will they take place?
Jamborees are preseason games used for teams to showcase their skills against various opponents. The jamborees are scheduled for next week.
Which teams are participating in this week’s scrimmages?
Teams such as Loyola, Northwood, Ruston, Calvary, Haughton, and Captain Shreve are among those participating in the scrimmages this week.
| Event | Date | Time | Teams Involved |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scrimmage | August 24 | 6 PM | Loyola vs Northwood |
| Scrimmage | August 24 | 6 PM | Loyola at North DeSoto |
| Jamboree | August 28 | 5 PM | Loyola vs Captain Shreve |
| Jamboree | August 29 | 5:45 PM | Parkway vs Airline |
| Regular Season | September 1 | N/A | All teams commence |
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Additional Resources
- Shreveport-Bossier Advocate: High School Football Scrimmage & Jamboree Schedules
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