The 2025 high school football season brings a compelling interstate matchup as the Harvard Hornets (IL) travel north to take on the Big Foot Chiefs (WI) in a non-conference battle on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams are looking for their first win of the season and a confidence boost heading into the heart of their schedules.
Game Details
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Matchup: Harvard Hornets (IL) @ Big Foot Chiefs (WI)
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Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Big Foot High School (Walworth, WI)
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Harvard Hornets
Harvard opens its 2025 season with a road test across state lines. With fresh legs and unknowns on their side, the Hornets aim to surprise Big Foot with a balanced offensive attack. Though unranked so far, their potential makes them a dangerous opponent.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #11,438
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State Rank (IL): #399
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Key to Win: Control the tempo early, avoid turnovers, and stay sound in pass coverage against Big Foot’s aerial offense.
Main Squad – Harvard Hornets
Big Foot Chiefs
After a narrow 26-22 Week 1 loss, Big Foot is looking to bounce back at home. Led by a dynamic passing game and steady defensive effort, the Chiefs are confident heading into this matchup with experience already under their belt.
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2025 Record: 0-1
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National Rank: #11,884
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State Rank (WI): #335
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Key to Win: Continue to air it out with efficiency and get more production from the run game to balance the attack.
Main Squad – Big Foot Chiefs
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QB: #17 Dawson Walter – 158 passing yards, 138 total yards
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RB: #7 Valleck Channing – 39 rushing yards
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WR: #2 Isaiah Dye-Hamilton – 81 receiving yards
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LB: #11 Carter Ries – 7 tackles
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DL: #9 Owen Smith – 1.0 sack
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record | Points For | Points Against |
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| Harvard Hornets | #11,438 | #399 (IL) | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
| Big Foot Chiefs | #11,884 | #335 (WI) | 0-1 | 22 | 26 |
Abu Sayem is a sports enthusiast and writer who enjoys sharing stories about high school athletics. He is passionate about celebrating the teamwork, dedication, and spirit of young athletes.
