2025 Team Preview: The Greenwood Bulldogs Powerhouse

<!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Overview: Class 6A West</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Bulldogs of Greenwood look to win their fourth consecutive state championship this fall. They have won four of the last five state championships and 12 since 2000. They are led by Head Coach Chris Young. Impact players include quarterback [player_tooltip player_id='202575' first='Kane' last='Archer'] (UCF Commit), wide receiver [player_tooltip player_id='1241685' first='Champ' last='Davis'], offensive lineman [player_tooltip player_id='364854' first='Cody' last='Taylor'] (Charlotte Commit), and many more. Greenwood returns a lot of starters on offense, but their defense lost a lot as they look to reload for 2025. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>2024 Results</strong> <strong>(13-0 Record – 6A West)</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:table --> <figure class="wp-block-table"><table class="has-fixed-layout"><tbody><tr><td>8/30</td><td>@ Bentonville West</td><td>W 70-35</td></tr><tr><td>9/6</td><td>vs Fort Smith Northside</td><td>W 58-0</td></tr><tr><td>9/13</td><td>vs Har-Ber</td><td>W 56-19</td></tr><tr><td>9/27</td><td>@ Shiloh Christian</td><td>W 28-17</td></tr><tr><td>10/4</td><td>vs Russellville</td><td>W 63-14</td></tr><tr><td>10/11</td><td>@ Siloam Springs</td><td>W 62-7</td></tr><tr><td>10/18</td><td>vs Lake Hamilton</td><td>W 49-14</td></tr><tr><td>10/25</td><td>@ Van Buren</td><td>W 63-14</td></tr><tr><td>11/1</td><td>@ Fort Smith Southside</td><td>W 70-28</td></tr><tr><td>11/8</td><td>vs Mountain Home</td><td>W 42-0</td></tr><tr><td>11/22</td><td>vs El Dorado (Quarterfinals)</td><td>W 48-0</td></tr><tr><td>11/29</td><td>vs Mountain Home (Semi-Finals)</td><td>W 42-0</td></tr><tr><td>12/7</td><td>vs Shiloh Christian (Championship)</td><td>W 61-35</td></tr></tbody></table></figure> <!-- /wp:table --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Players to Watch:</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1305652"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68810307880b3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1305652' first='Cody' last='Johnson'] has been on the rise this summer, making him a prospect to add to the recruiting board. He is an athletic and explosive defensive lineman who excels at wearing down offensive tackles. He displays solid upfield burst off the LOS with solid pad level and UOH to shed blockers quickly. Johnson plays with a relentless motor, consistently putting pressure into the pocket or chasing down ball carriers. His burst off the snap allows him to utilize his good length to extend, rip, or swim to shed blockers. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 3.0 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/COJO2026/status/1945141019931984336","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/COJO2026/status/1945141019931984336 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1309839"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6881030788136"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1309839' first='Cooper' last='Bland'] is expected to break out in 2025. Bland is a patient and fluent route runner who gives me Hunter Renfrow vibes. He displays the ability to create separation on short routes due to solid change of direction, balance, and burst off breaks. Keep an eye on him throughout 2025.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note - Multi-Position Athlete</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/BLANDOGW13/status/1867575620731019640","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/BLANDOGW13/status/1867575620731019640 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["262460"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68810307881a1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='262460' first='Akira' last='Fujibayashi'] has been the glue to the offensive line, starting all 13 games last season. He's smart, instinctive, and quick off the snap. He displays solid initial quickness as he sets up his base blocks. He maintains good pad level and hand placement, creating inside leverage and effectively displacing defenders. In pass protection, he shows a solid anchor and the ability to mirror defenders with solid lateral quickness. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 3.5 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/AkiraFujibayas2/status/1937267706912247956","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/AkiraFujibayas2/status/1937267706912247956 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["960258"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-688103078820d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='960258' first='Dj' last='Dobbins'] is an all-conference defensive back, starting all 13 games at corner last season. He's consistent with a good motor and tackling ability in space. He's a lengthy and physical defensive back. Dobbins displays solid hip fluidity to transition and stay attached with the opposition. He possesses good read and react ability, demonstrating his ability to read the quarterback's eyes and make a play on the ball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note - 3.0 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/DJ_Dobbins11/status/1947133799738798464","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/DJ_Dobbins11/status/1947133799738798464 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1727115"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6881030788273"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1727115' first='Charlie' last='Hudnall'] is another potential breakout candidate for the upcoming 2025 season. He's a physical and stout nose guard in the interior. His stoutness is due to good pad level, solid lower body strength and an anchor. He's a prospect to watch throughout 2025. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note - Multi-Position Athlete</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/offcial_Hudnall/status/1899597807897755807","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/offcial_Hudnall/status/1899597807897755807 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Other Notable Prospects to Watch:</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2026 QB [player_tooltip player_id='202575' first='Kane' last='Archer']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2026 WR [player_tooltip player_id='1241685' first='Champ' last='Davis']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2026 OL [player_tooltip player_id='364854' first='Cody' last='Taylor']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>2025 Schedule:</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:table --> <figure class="wp-block-table"><table class="has-fixed-layout"><tbody><tr><td>8/29</td><td>vs Bentonville West</td></tr><tr><td>9/5</td><td>@ Fort Smith Northside</td></tr><tr><td>9/12</td><td>@ Har-Ber</td></tr><tr><td>9/26</td><td>vs Shiloh Christian</td></tr><tr><td>10/3</td><td>@ Russellville</td></tr><tr><td>10/10</td><td>vs Siloam Springs</td></tr><tr><td>10/17</td><td>@ Lake Hamilton</td></tr><tr><td>10/24</td><td>vs Van Buren</td></tr><tr><td>10/31</td><td>vs Fort Smith Southside</td></tr><tr><td>11/7</td><td>@ Mountain Home</td></tr></tbody></table></figure> <!-- /wp:table --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Notes/History:</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>HEAD COACH: Chris Young (59-7 at Greenwood, heading into 6th season)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Last Year: 13-0, 7-0</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>State Championships: 12 (Last in 2024)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Conference Championships: 27</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Last Outright Conference Title: 2024</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Last Playoff Appearance: 2024</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Total Playoff Appearances: 36 (5 under Young)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Playoff Record: 70-23</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->