The 2025 California high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as the McKinleyville Panthers host the Fort Bragg Timberwolves on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:30 PM. The game will take place at McKinleyville High School in McKinleyville, CA, with both teams opening their seasons and looking to start strong.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Fort Bragg (Fort Bragg, CA) vs McKinleyville (McKinleyville, CA)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:30 PM
○ Location: McKinleyville High School, McKinleyville, CA
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Fort Bragg Timberwolves
The Timberwolves enter ranked #11,228 nationally, #769 in California, and #10 in their section division. With their season opener on the road, Fort Bragg will look to rely on its physicality and disciplined play to set the tone.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #11,228
○ State Rank: #769 (CA)
○ Section Division Rank: #10
○ Strengths: Physical defense, motivated roster, experienced leadership
○ Key to Win: Control time of possession and limit turnovers
McKinleyville Panthers
McKinleyville comes in ranked #11,454 nationally, #788 in California, and #11 in their section division. Playing at home, the Panthers will look to energize their season start with aggressive offense and strong defensive execution.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #11,454
○ State Rank: #788 (CA)
○ Section Division Rank: #11
○ Strengths: Home-field advantage, aggressive offense, team speed
○ Key to Win: Establish offensive rhythm early and pressure Fort Bragg’s defense
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Section Div. Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Bragg Timberwolves | 11,228 | 769 (CA) | 10 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
| McKinleyville Panthers | 11,454 | 788 (CA) | 11 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
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.