The 2025 high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as the Concord-Carlisle Patriots travel to face the Hopkinton Hillers on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 10:00 AM. The game will be played at Hopkinton High School, where both programs will open their seasons with high expectations and plenty to prove on the Massachusetts stage.
Game Details
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Matchup: Concord-Carlisle (MA) @ Hopkinton (MA)
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Date & Time: 8/29/2025 – 10:00 AM
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Location: Hopkinton High School, Hopkinton, MA
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Concord-Carlisle Patriots
The Patriots enter the 2025 season with momentum, coming off a solid 2024 campaign and ranked inside the top 100 in Massachusetts. Known for their balanced style of play and physical defense, Concord-Carlisle will look to set the tone early in this non-conference clash. To walk away with a road win, they’ll need to lean on experienced playmakers and win the field position battle.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: 5,408
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State Rank (MA): 100
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Division Rank: 14
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Key to Win: Control the tempo through a strong rushing attack and keep Hopkinton’s passing game contained.
Main Squad:
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Jack Reynolds – QB
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Luke Harrington – RB
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Owen Walsh – WR/DB
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Sean Donnelly – LB
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Tyler McManus – OL/DL
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Patrick Flynn – WR
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Marcus O’Neil – DB
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Connor Hughes – RB/LB
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James Perry – OL
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Aidan Sullivan – DE
Hopkinton Hillers
The Hillers kick off 2025 at home with a chance to prove themselves against a top-100 state opponent. Ranked #135 in Massachusetts and #18 in their division, Hopkinton brings energy and versatility into this opener. To be successful, they’ll need discipline on defense and steady quarterback play to move the chains against a tough Concord-Carlisle unit.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: 6,918
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State Rank (MA): 135
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Division Rank: 18
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Key to Win: Protect the football, establish balance between the run and pass, and capitalize on home-field momentum.
Main Squad:
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Andrew Kaplan – QB
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Matt Callahan – RB
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Ben Russo – WR/CB
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Chris Delaney – LB
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Daniel Lopez – OL/DL
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Ryan McCarthy – WR
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Josh Keller – DB
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Logan Peterson – RB/LB
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Tyler Donovan – OL
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Nick Garcia – DE
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
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| Concord-Carlisle | 5,408 | 100 (MA) | 0-0 |
| Hopkinton | 6,918 | 135 (MA) | 0-0 |
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