Two hungry teams looking to bounce back from narrow Week 1 losses will clash this Friday, August 29, 2025, as the Luther Knights visit the Bangor Cardinals in a key early non-conference showdown. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:00 PM at Bangor High School. Both squads are searching for their first win of the season and will be eager to establish momentum heading into September.
Game Details
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Matchup: Luther (Onalaska, WI) @ Bangor (WI)
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Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Bangor High School, Bangor, WI
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Luther Knights
The Luther Knights fell just short in Week 1, losing 25-22 in a close contest that highlighted their ability to move the ball both on the ground and through the air. Despite the loss, Luther showed flashes of offensive balance and tenacity. Ranked #153 in Wisconsin and #5,840 nationally, the Knights will need to tighten up their fourth-quarter execution to finish strong against Bangor.
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2025 Record: 0-1
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National Rank: #5,840
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State Rank (WI): #153
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Key to Win: Finish drives in the red zone and avoid late-game mistakes.
Main Squad:
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Jonny Holub – QB (170 yds passing, 170 total yards)
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Jax Hendrickson – RB (78 rushing yards)
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Logan Pierce – WR/DB (49 receiving yards, 1 sack)
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Sam Schmeling – LB (14 tackles)
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Owen Werner – OL/DL
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Brady Schaller – WR/FS
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Wyatt Olson – LB
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Zack Wedin – DL
Bangor Cardinals
The Bangor Cardinals also came up just short in Week 1, losing a tightly fought game 21-20. Though the defense held up well, the offense couldn’t quite punch in the final score. Ranked #126 in Wisconsin and #4,718 nationally, Bangor returns home determined to turn the page and get into the win column. With a gritty defense and a traditionally strong run game, the Cardinals aim to control the clock and tempo.
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2025 Record: 0-1
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National Rank: #4,718
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State Rank (WI): #126
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Key to Win: Establish the run game early and make key defensive stops in the red zone.
Main Squad:
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Eli Von Haden – RB/LB
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Luke Manke – QB
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Landon Zimmerman – WR/CB
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Dawson Witt – OL/DL
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Brady Kotek – LB
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Nolan Ennis – DL
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Tanner Olson – S/WR
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Noah Pedretti – OL
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank (WI) | 2025 Record |
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| Luther | #5,840 | #153 | 0-1 |
| Bangor | #4,718 | #126 | 0-1 |
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