Grand Forks Central vs Jamestown (North Dakota) High School Football Game Preview, Main Roster, and Record – 9/5/2025

High School Football

The Grand Forks Central Knights (1-0) travel west to face the Jamestown Blue Jays (1-0) in a non-conference battle on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams enter Week 2 unbeaten after identical 23-12 wins in their openers, setting the stage for a well-matched clash.

Game Details

  • Matchup: Grand Forks Central Knights @ Jamestown Blue Jays

  • Date & Time: Friday, September 5, 2025 – 7:00 PM

  • Location: Jamestown High School, Jamestown, ND

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Grand Forks Central Knights

The Knights began their season strong with a 23-12 victory over St. Mary’s Central. The defense held tough in key red-zone situations, while the offense showed balance with both rushing and passing contributions.

  • 2025 Record: 1-0 (1.000)

  • Points For / Against: 23 / 12

  • Key to Win: Control time of possession, win the turnover battle, and limit Jamestown’s big-play threats.

Main Squad

  • #2 Jackson Miller – QB

  • #12 Ben Larson – RB/DB

  • #8 Connor Hayes – WR/DB

  • #55 Thomas Erickson – OL/DL

  • #4 Wyatt Nelson – WR

  • #72 Caleb Foster – OL/DL

  • #6 Carter Hanson – DB

  • #10 Ryan Thompson – LB

  • #33 Gavin Myers – RB

  • #44 Alex Jensen – LB/TE

Jamestown Blue Jays

The Blue Jays also opened with a 23-12 win, taking down Wahpeton. Known for their physical brand of football, Jamestown relies on a stout offensive line and a disciplined defense. Playing at home gives them an early-season advantage.

  • 2025 Record: 1-0 (1.000)

  • Points For / Against: 23 / 12

  • Key to Win: Establish the run early, pressure GFC’s quarterback, and maintain second-half consistency.

Main Squad

  • #7 Tyler Carlson – QB

  • #15 Eli Berg – RB/DB

  • #21 Mason Grant – WR

  • #3 Caleb Johnson – WR/DB

  • #52 Logan Krueger – OL/DL

  • #68 Matthew Olson – OL

  • #44 Jack Peterson – LB

  • #5 Derek Miller – DB

  • #12 Owen Larson – RB/WR

  • #9 Evan Fischer – LB/TE

Rankings & Records

Team National ND Rank Overall PF PA Trend
Grand Forks Central 11,245 42 1-0 23 12 Won 1
Jamestown 8,712 24 1-0 23 12 Won 1
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