Staff Reporter — Pinson Valley vs Hewitt-Trussville Live coverage is here for one of the most anticipated Friday night games of the 2025 high school football season. Under the lights at Staff Reporter Community Stadium, Pinson Valley and Hewitt-Trussville faced off in a hard-fought Class 7A matchup that kept fans glued to every snap. If you missed it live, here’s the full breakdown, score updates, and highlights from this epic showdown.
The Friday night lights at Staff Reporter Community Stadium were shining on a season-defining matchup between the home team, Pinson Valley, and the visiting Hewitt-Trussville. The atmosphere was electric, with a packed house and both student sections in a frenzy. This game was a chance for two of the state’s most promising programs to make an early-season statement and stake their claim in the competitive Class 7A landscape.
Pinson Valley, entering the contest with a pristine 2-0 record, struck first. On their second possession, a play-action pass from quarterback Jake Thompson to wide receiver Marcus Dean resulted in a 45-yard touchdown, sending the home crowd into a roar. But Hewitt-Trussville, at 1-1 and coming off a tough loss, responded before the break. A relentless ground attack, led by running back Kaleb Washington, wore down the Pinson Valley defense, culminating in a 10-yard touchdown run to even the score.
At halftime, the game was knotted at 7-7, setting the stage for a dramatic finish.
The third quarter saw a significant momentum shift. Pinson Valley’s special teams, a known strength of the program, delivered a key play when a blocked punt gave Pinson Valley possession deep in Hewitt-Trussville territory. However, the Hewitt-Trussville defense showed remarkable resilience, holding strong and forcing a field goal that put Pinson Valley up 10-7.
Hewitt-Trussville refused to back down, executing a methodical drive of their own to answer with a field goal, keeping the score even at 10-10 heading into the fourth.
The final quarter had the kind of intensity that defines Friday night football. Pinson Valley looked poised to seize control after a defensive stand, forcing a quick three-and-out. However, a miscommunication on the ensuing snap led to a fumble, giving the ball back to Hewitt-Trussville on the Pinson Valley 35-yard line.
With both fan bases roaring, the tension was at a season-high. Every snap mattered, and every yard was earned. With just over a minute left on the clock, Hewitt-Trussville’s quarterback, facing intense pressure, scrambled and found a receiver on a crossing route, who took the ball to the 5-yard line. Two plays later, Washington punched it in for the go-ahead score.
Game Date: Sep. 26, 2025
Final Score: Pinson Valley vs Hewitt-Trussville
Final Score: Pinson Valley 0 – Hewitt-Trussville 0
The Hewitt-Trussville victory not only moved them to {away_team_record} on the season but also sent a clear message that they are a serious contender in the state title conversation. For the previously undefeated Pinson Valley, it’s a tough loss that will force them to regroup and learn from their mistakes as they prepare for the heart of their conference schedule.
