The 2025 North Dakota high school football season continues with a non-conference clash as the Sheyenne Mustangs (West Fargo, ND) (0-1) face the Minot Magicians (0-1) on Friday, September 5, 2025. Both teams are hungry for their first win of the year after dropping their openers, making this neutral-site matchup a pivotal early-season test.
Game Details
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Matchup: Sheyenne (ND) vs. Minot (ND)
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Date & Time: Friday, September 5, 2025 – Time TBA
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Location: Neutral Site (North Dakota)
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Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Sheyenne Mustangs
The Mustangs opened their season with a 34-18 loss to Legacy, showing flashes of offensive ability but struggling to contain the run game. Sheyenne will look to bounce back behind its passing attack while tightening up defensively.
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2025 Record: 0-1
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National Rank: #5,243
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State Rank (ND): #7
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Class Rank: #3
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Points For/Against: 18 PF / 34 PA
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Key to Win: Protect the quarterback, sustain drives, and limit Minot’s ground game.
Main Squad:
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[QB] Carson Meyer – Quarterback
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[RB] Eli Johnson – Running Back
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[WR/DB] Mason Keller – Wide Receiver/Defensive Back
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[LB] Luke Peterson – Linebacker
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[WR] Dylan Richter – Wide Receiver
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[DL] Ryan Halvorson – Defensive Line
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[DB] Cole Thomas – Defensive Back
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[RB/LB] Jaxon Meyer – Running Back/Linebacker
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[ATH] Aiden Larson – Utility Athlete
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[OL] Ethan Carlson – Offensive Line
Minot Magicians
The Magicians also started 0-1, falling 42-14 to Fargo Davies in their opener. Despite the defeat, Minot showed offensive potential but struggled defensively against explosive plays. They will aim to regroup and claim their first win against a tough Sheyenne squad.
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2025 Record: 0-1
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National Rank: #5,472
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State Rank (ND): #8
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Class Rank: #4
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Points For/Against: 14 PF / 42 PA
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Key to Win: Generate defensive stops, capitalize on scoring chances, and avoid turnovers.
Main Squad:
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[QB] Jace Richter – Quarterback
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[RB] Isaiah Brown – Running Back
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[WR] Tj Maddox – Wide Receiver
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[OL/DL] Benjamin Carter Jr. – Offensive/Defensive Line
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[WR/CB] Nyqir Helton – Wide Receiver/Cornerback
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[LB] Camaj Matthews – Linebacker
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[DE/OLB] Nahmir Tucker – Defensive End/Outside Linebacker
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[RB/FS] Karon Ali – Running Back/Free Safety
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[CB/RB] Julian Peterson – Cornerback/Running Back
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[ATH] Cole Anderson – Utility Athlete
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Overall Record | Points For | Points Against | Win % |
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| Sheyenne Mustangs | #5,243 | #7 | #3 | 0-1 | 18 | 34 | .000 |
| Minot Magicians | #5,472 | #8 | #4 | 0-1 | 14 | 42 | .000 |
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.
