The 2025 high school football season continues with a non-conference showdown as the Barnstable Red Hawks travel to face the Taunton Tigers on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 10:30 AM. The game will be played at Taunton High School, where two of Massachusetts’ top-ranked programs look to start their seasons with a statement win.
Game Details
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Matchup: Barnstable (MA) @ Taunton (MA)
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Date & Time: 8/29/2025 – 10:30 AM
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Location: Taunton High School, Taunton, MA
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Barnstable Red Hawks
The Red Hawks enter 2025 ranked among the top 50 teams in Massachusetts, boasting a #43 state ranking and #7 in division. With a balanced roster and strong senior leadership, Barnstable looks to build off last season’s experience and establish themselves early as a contender. Their key will be to strike quickly on offense and use their defense to limit Taunton’s playmakers.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: 2,830
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State Rank (MA): 43
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Division Rank: 7
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Key to Win: Establish a fast tempo on offense, protect the football, and keep pressure on Taunton’s quarterback.
Main Squad:
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Tyler Harrington – QB
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Jack Sullivan – RB
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Liam O’Connor – WR/DB
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Noah Ryan – LB
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Chris Gallagher – OL/DL
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Aiden Walsh – WR
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Sean Flanagan – DB
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Michael Perry – RB/LB
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Patrick Connors – OL
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Luke Donovan – DE
Taunton Tigers
The Tigers enter this season nearly even in rankings with Barnstable, holding a #42 state rank and #12 in division. Known for their physicality and resilience, Taunton will use their home field advantage to try and set the tone in this battle. Their success depends on maintaining balance on offense and capitalizing on every scoring opportunity.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: 2,801
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State Rank (MA): 42
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Division Rank: 12
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Key to Win: Control the trenches, use their ground game to wear down Barnstable, and limit explosive plays on defense.
Main Squad:
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Anthony DeLuca – QB
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Jordan Matthews – RB
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Isaiah Thompson – WR/CB
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Brandon Costa – LB
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Matthew Rivera – OL/DL
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Jason Ramirez – WR
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Dylan O’Neill – DB
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Ryan Torres – RB/LB
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Nicholas Hayes – OL
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Alex Pappas – DE
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
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| Barnstable | 2,830 | 43 (MA) | 0-0 |
| Taunton | 2,801 | 42 (MA) | 0-0 |
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