The 2025 Maryland high school football season continues Thursday evening as the Mountain Ridge Miners host the Brunswick Railroaders in a non-conference showdown. Both programs will look to start their seasons strong with an opening-night victory.
Game Details
- Matchup: Brunswick (Brunswick, MD) vs Mountain Ridge (Frostburg, MD)
- Date & Time: Thursday, August 28, 2025 – 5:00 PM
- Location: Mountain Ridge High School, Frostburg, MD
- Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Brunswick Railroaders
The Railroaders open the season ranked #5,525 nationally, #72 in Maryland, and #6 in their class. Coming off a 25-26 campaign, Brunswick will lean on its toughness and defensive intensity to challenge Mountain Ridge. Establishing offensive consistency will be crucial on the road.
- 2025 Record: 0-0
- National Rank: #5,525
- State Rank: #72 (MD)
- Class Rank: #6
- Strengths: Physical defense, experienced players, competitive mindset
- Key to Win: Limit mistakes and sustain offensive drives
Mountain Ridge Miners
The Miners enter the season ranked #2,782 nationally, #34 in Maryland, and #3 in their class. After last year’s 25-26 performance, Mountain Ridge is determined to set the tone early in 2025. Their offensive balance and home-field advantage could make the difference in this opener.
- 2025 Record: 0-0
- National Rank: #2,782
- State Rank: #34 (MD)
- Class Rank: #3
- Strengths: Balanced offense, home-field edge, solid line play
- Key to Win: Control the pace of play and capitalize on scoring chances
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brunswick Railroaders | 5,525 | 72 (MD) | 6 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mountain Ridge Miners | 2,782 | 34 (MD) | 3 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
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