The Henninger Black Knights (Syracuse, NY) open their season at home with a non-conference matchup against the East Syracuse-Minoa Spartans (NY). Kickoff is set for Saturday, September 6, 2025, at 12:00 PM in Syracuse, as both teams look to start the year on a winning note.
Game Details
○ Matchup: East Syracuse-Minoa (NY) @ Henninger (NY)
○ Date & Time: 9/6/2025 – 12:00 PM
○ Location: Henninger High School, Syracuse, NY
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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East Syracuse-Minoa Spartans
The Spartans enter 2025 ranked #11,174 nationally and #322 in New York, aiming to show improvement with a balanced roster. Known for discipline and strong fundamentals, ESM will try to rely on their defense and establish control early.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #11,174
○ State Rank: #322 (NY)
○ Class Rank: #55
○ Key to Win: Limit big plays from Henninger and sustain long, efficient drives.
Main Squad:
○ Ryan McCarthy – QB
○ Anthony Lopez – RB
○ Jason Rivera – WR
○ Matthew Cruz – WR
○ Thomas Hernandez – TE
○ Christopher Gomez – OL
○ Daniel O’Connor – DL
○ Nicholas Torres – LB
○ Elijah Johnson – DB
○ Sean Kelly – K/P
Henninger Black Knights
Henninger begins 2025 ranked #11,931 nationally and #372 in New York, looking to defend their home turf. With athletic playmakers and a defense eager to prove itself, the Black Knights will aim to build momentum from the start.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #11,931
○ State Rank: #372 (NY)
○ Class Rank: #50
○ Key to Win: Use speed and versatility to stretch ESM’s defense and force turnovers.
Main Squad:
○ Michael Rivera – QB
○ Joseph Russo – RB
○ Christopher Torres – WR
○ Brandon Martinez – WR
○ Daniel Ramirez – TE
○ Andrew Sullivan – OL
○ Gabriel Morales – DL
○ Liam O’Connor – LB
○ Jonathan Perez – DB
○ Kevin Hernandez – K
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Overall | Home | Away | Win % | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Syracuse-Minoa | #11,174 | #322 (NY) | #55 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0% | 0 | 0 |
| Henninger | #11,931 | #372 (NY) | #50 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0% | 0 | 0 |
