The 2025 North Dakota high school football season continues with a marquee non-conference showdown as the Horace Hawks (1-0) face the powerhouse Kindred Vikings (1-0) on Friday, September 5, 2025. Both teams opened with convincing wins and now collide in what could be an early-season statement game.
Game Details
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Matchup: Horace (ND) vs. Kindred (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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Horace Hawks
Horace enters this matchup riding high after a 34-7 victory over Red River in their opener. The Hawks, ranked #16 in North Dakota, showcased a balanced offense and a defense that kept their opponent out of rhythm. This will be a major test against one of the state’s top-ranked programs.
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2025 Record: 1-0
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Points For/Against: 34 PF / 7 PA
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National Rank: 7,010
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State Rank (ND): 16
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Key to Win: Stay disciplined defensively and control the clock to keep Kindred’s offense off the field.
Main Squad:
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[QB] Carter Wilson – Quarterback
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[RB] Jalen Brooks – Running Back
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[WR/DB] Aiden Clark – Wide Receiver/Defensive Back
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[LB] Ethan Ramirez – Linebacker
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[OL/DL] Marcus Olson – Offensive/Defensive Line
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[WR] Caleb Jensen – Wide Receiver
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[DL] Connor Stevens – Defensive Lineman
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[DB] Jordan Lee – Defensive Back
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[ATH] Isaiah Roberts – Athlete
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[TE/LB] Logan Meyer – Tight End/Linebacker
Kindred Vikings
The Vikings, ranked #2 in North Dakota, opened their season with a 42-12 win at home. Known for their physicality and consistency, Kindred has championship aspirations and will look to impose their dominance on both sides of the ball.
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2025 Record: 1-0
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Points For/Against: 42 PF / 12 PA
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National Rank: 3,977
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State Rank (ND): 2
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Key to Win: Use their offensive firepower to jump ahead early and pressure Horace into mistakes.
Main Squad:
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[QB] Tyler Erickson – Quarterback
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[RB] Mason Johnson – Running Back
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[WR] Eli Thompson – Wide Receiver
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[LB] Blake Hanson – Linebacker
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[OL/DL] Caleb Fischer – Offensive/Defensive Line
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[WR/DB] Landon Myers – Wide Receiver/Defensive Back
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[TE] Brady Nelson – Tight End
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[DL] Owen Peterson – Defensive Line
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[DB] Lucas Grant – Defensive Back
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[ATH] Cole Anderson – Athlete
Rankings & Records
| Team | Overall Record | National Rank | State Rank | PF | PA | Win % |
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| Horace Hawks | 1-0 | 7,010 | #16 (ND) | 34 | 7 | 1.000 |
| Kindred Vikings | 1-0 | 3,977 | #2 (ND) | 42 | 12 | 1.000 |
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.
