The 2025 North Dakota high school football season continues with a conference matchup as the Grafton Spoilers (1-0) meet the Carrington Cardinals (1-1) on Friday, September 5, 2025. Both teams are coming off strong early-season performances and look to establish momentum in this important showdown.
Game Details
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Matchup: Grafton (ND) vs. Carrington (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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Grafton Spoilers
The Spoilers opened their season with a 28-12 victory, showing early balance on both sides of the ball. With an efficient offense and a defense that stepped up when needed, Grafton has confidence heading into Week 2.
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2025 Record: 1-0
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National Rank: #11,887
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State Rank (ND): #45
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Class Rank: #19
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Points For/Against: 28 PF / 12 PA
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Key to Win: Keep offensive consistency, pressure Carrington’s QB, and capitalize on scoring opportunities.
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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[ATH] Aiden Larson – Utility Player
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[RB/LB] Jaxon Meyer – Running Back/Linebacker
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[OL] Ethan Carlson – Offensive Line
Carrington Cardinals
The Cardinals are 1-1 after splitting their first two games, scoring just 14 points total while allowing 14. Their defense has been stout, but the offense will need to generate more firepower to keep pace with Grafton.
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2025 Record: 1-1
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National Rank: #10,223
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State Rank (ND): #35
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Class Rank: #13
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Points For/Against: 14 PF / 14 PA
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Key to Win: Open up the playbook on offense, convert in the red zone, and continue their defensive consistency.
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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| Grafton Spoilers | #11,887 | #45 | #19 | 1-0 | 28 | 12 | 1.000 |
| Carrington Cardinals | #10,223 | #35 | #13 | 1-1 | 14 | 14 | .500 |
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.
