High school football fans in Arizona are looking forward to an intriguing non-conference matchup as the Salome Frogs travel to face the Fort Thomas Apaches on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM in Fort Thomas, AZ.

Game Preview: Balanced Teams Seeking Momentum

Both Salome and Fort Thomas enter the game with identical 1-1 records, each hoping to gain a critical victory early in the season. Salome boasts a strong rushing attack averaging 273 yards per game, led by Brandon Navarro with 162 rushing yards per game. Fort Thomas counters with a balanced offense featuring quarterback Tyler Avila, who averages 200 passing yards per game, along with a solid defense.

Where to Watch: Live Coverage

Fans can attend the game at Fort Thomas High School or watch the live stream on the NFHS Network, with live score updates provided through MaxPreps.

Team Rankings & Records

Team	Overall	Home	Away	Win %	PF	PA
Salome	1-1	0-1	1-0	.500	46	58
Fort Thomas	1-1	1-0	0-1	.500	66	70

Scoring Averages Per Quarter

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Total
Salome	0	0	0	0	23
Fort Thomas	0	22	0	6	33

Key Players to Watch

• Salome:
  • Brandon Navarro (#13) leads the rushing attack with 162 yards per game.
• Fort Thomas:
  • Tyler Avila (#4) commands the passing game with 200 yards per game.
  • Chris Smith is a top receiver with 78 yards per game.

Game Analysis & Prediction

Fort Thomas’s balanced attack and home-field edge provide a slight advantage. However, Salome’s powerful rushing game could challenge the Apaches’ defense. The game is expected to be competitive with physical play and key matchups between Salome’s run game and Fort Thomas’s pass offense.

Predicted Score: Fort Thomas 28 – Salome 20

Final Word

The Salome vs Fort Thomas game promises exciting Arizona high school football action, with both teams vying for an early-season boost. Fans can look forward to a hard-fought contest featuring balanced offenses and resilient defenses.