The 2025 Utah high school football season heats up with a non-conference rivalry matchup as the Box Elder Bees host the Bear River Bears on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams are off to strong starts, with Box Elder unbeaten and Bear River looking to hand their rivals their first loss.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Bear River (Garland, UT) vs Box Elder (Brigham City, UT)
○ Date & Time: Thursday, August 28, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Box Elder High School, Brigham City, UT
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Bear River Bears
The Bears enter the game ranked #3,099 nationally, #66 in Utah, and #17 in their class. Sitting at 1-1, Bear River has already shown offensive firepower by scoring 91 points in two games, but consistency will be key against a stingy Box Elder defense.
○ 2025 Record: 1-1
○ National Rank: #3,099
○ State Rank: #66 (UT)
○ Class Rank: #17
○ Strengths: High-scoring offense, resilient playmakers, ability to strike quickly
○ Key to Win: Minimize turnovers and finish drives with points
Box Elder Bees
The Bees are off to a 2-0 start and come in ranked #1,346 nationally, #43 in Utah, and #15 in their class. Box Elder has been dominant on defense, allowing just six points in two games, and will look to maintain their perfect record at home.
○ 2025 Record: 2-0
○ National Rank: #1,346
○ State Rank: #43 (UT)
○ Class Rank: #15
○ Strengths: Shutdown defense, balanced offensive attack, early-season momentum
○ Key to Win: Control the pace and continue defensive dominance
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bear River Bears | 3,099 | 66 (UT) | 17 | 1-1 | 91 | 51 |
| Box Elder Bees | 1,346 | 43 (UT) | 15 | 2-0 | 88 | 6 |
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.