High school football fans in Arizona are ready to witness a non-conference matchup as the Northwest Christian Crusaders visit the Poston Butte Broncos on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM in San Tan Valley, AZ.
Game Preview: Crusaders Look to Extend Winning Streak
Northwest Christian enters the game 1-0 after a strong season opener, averaging 42 points and allowing just 15 points per game. The Crusaders have a balanced offensive attack with a solid ground game led by Nathan Johannes and effective passing from Laki Wallwork.
Poston Butte is 0-1 and looking to bounce back after a tough defeat, struggling to score and allowing 41 points in their opener but boasting promising rushing stats led by Easton Filetti.
Where to Watch: Live Coverage
Fans can watch the game live on the NFHS Network with live score tracking available on MaxPreps.
Team Rankings & Records
| Team | Overall | Home | Away | Win % | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Christian | 1-0 | 0-0 | 1-0 | 1.000 | 42 | 15 |
| Poston Butte | 0-1 | 1-0 | 0-1 | .000 | 8 | 41 |
Scoring Averages Per Quarter
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Christian | 21 | 7 | 14 | 0 | 42 |
| Poston Butte | 0 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 8 |
Key Players to Watch
- Northwest Christian:
- Nathan Johannes leads the rushing attack with 90 yards per game.
- Laki Wallwork directs the passing offense, totaling 215 yards per game.
- Poston Butte:
- Easton Filetti is a key rusher averaging 105 yards per game.
- Struggling to find consistent offensive production after a tough season start.
Game Analysis & Prediction
Northwest Christian’s dominant offense and stout defense give them a clear advantage, but Poston Butte will look to leverage its home field and rushing attack to keep the game competitive. Expect Northwest Christian to control the tempo and secure a win.
Predicted Score: Northwest Christian 35 – Poston Butte 17
Final Word
The Northwest Christian vs Poston Butte game promises to be a compelling Arizona matchup with one team seeking to maintain momentum and the other aiming to rebound strongly. Fans can look forward to exciting high school football action
