The 2025 Michigan high school football season continues Thursday night as the West Bloomfield Lakers host the Fordson Tractors in a non-conference matchup. West Bloomfield enters as one of the state’s top-ranked programs, while Fordson will look to pull off a big early-season upset.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Fordson (Dearborn, MI) vs West Bloomfield (West Bloomfield, MI)
○ Date & Time: Thursday, August 28, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: West Bloomfield High School, West Bloomfield, MI
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Fordson Tractors
Fordson enters ranked #4,593 nationally, #129 in Michigan, and #32 in their class. The Tractors are known for their physical brand of football and will look to use toughness and discipline to challenge one of the state’s best.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #4,593
○ State Rank: #129 (MI)
○ Class Rank: #32
○ Strengths: Physical play, experienced linemen, underdog mentality
○ Key to Win: Control the trenches and limit explosive plays
West Bloomfield Lakers
West Bloomfield comes in ranked #658 nationally, #12 in Michigan, and #6 in their class. The Lakers are loaded with athleticism and offensive weapons, making them a dangerous team at home. They’ll look to set the tempo early and showcase their firepower.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #658
○ State Rank: #12 (MI)
○ Class Rank: #6
○ Strengths: Explosive athletes, home-field advantage, versatile offense
○ Key to Win: Push the pace offensively and force turnovers defensively
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fordson Tractors | 4,593 | 129 (MI) | 32 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
| West Bloomfield Lakers | 658 | 12 (MI) | 6 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
Melvin Smith is a high school sports enthusiast with a passion for capturing the energy of student competitions. He enjoys sharing stories that celebrate athletes’ dedication and the community spirit of the game.