The 2025 high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as Cass City (MI) travels to face Harbor Beach (MI) on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams are looking to make a statement early in the season in this Thumb-area showdown, with the Red Hawks seeking to upset a higher-ranked Harbor Beach squad on their home turf.
Game Details
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Matchup: Cass City (MI) @ Harbor Beach (MI)
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Date & Time: 8/29/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Harbor Beach High School, Harbor Beach, MI
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Cass City Red Hawks
The Red Hawks open the 2025 season ranked #5,755 nationally and #177 in Michigan. Known for their grit and toughness, Cass City will look to slow down Harbor Beach by controlling the tempo and leaning on their ground attack. A strong defensive performance will be key if they want to steal a win on the road.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #5,755
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State Rank (MI): #177
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Class Rank: #12
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Key to Win: Establish the run game, win battles at the line of scrimmage, and prevent Harbor Beach from generating explosive plays.
Main Squad:
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Tyler Johnson – QB
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Mason Carter – RB/LB
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Blake Thompson – WR/DB
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Evan Brooks – OL/DL
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Jacob Miller – RB
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Logan Harris – WR/CB
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Aiden Collins – OL/DL
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Connor Reed – LB
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Ryan Matthews – DB
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Caleb Foster – DL
Harbor Beach Pirates
The Pirates enter 2025 with higher rankings — #3,719 nationally and #88 in Michigan — and carry the expectations of being one of the Thumb region’s toughest programs. With home-field advantage and a talented roster, Harbor Beach will aim to strike early and control momentum throughout the contest.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #3,719
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State Rank (MI): #88
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Class Rank: #3
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Key to Win: Use offensive versatility to stretch Cass City’s defense, pressure the quarterback, and take advantage of turnovers.
Main Squad:
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Ethan Parker – QB
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Dylan Johnson – RB/DB
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Logan Matthews – WR/CB
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Connor James – OL/DL
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Zachary Holmes – RB/LB
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Tyler Davis – WR/DB
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Brandon Kelly – OL/DL
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Nick Thompson – TE/LB
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Gavin Reed – DB
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Owen Harris – RB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Overall Record |
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| Cass City | #5,755 | #177 (MI) | #12 | 0-0 |
| Harbor Beach | #3,719 | #88 (MI) | #3 | 0-0 |
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