The Kaukauna Galloping Ghosts host the Hortonville Polar Bears in a non-conference battle on Thursday, September 4, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both Wisconsin programs enter winless at 0-2 and will be hungry to secure their first victory of the season.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Hortonville Polar Bears @ Kaukauna Galloping Ghosts
○ Date & Time: 9/4/2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Kaukauna High School, Kaukauna, WI
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Hortonville Polar Bears
Hortonville comes in 0-2 after suffering two lopsided losses to open the year. With their offense averaging under 15 points per contest and the defense conceding nearly 50, the Polar Bears must find stability and execution to challenge a strong Kaukauna roster.
○ 2025 Record: 0-2
○ National Rank: #4,948
○ State Rank: #131 (WI)
○ Class Rank: —
○ Key to Win: Tighten defensive coverage and convert red-zone opportunities.
Main Squad:
○ Jakarie Moore – QB
○ Micah Roberts – RB/LB
○ Brandon Crawford – WR/DB
○ Tyrell Smith – LB
○ De’Andre Thompson – WR
○ Ethan Howard – OL/DL
○ Jordan Banks – DB
○ Amari Jackson – WR/DB
○ Kaden Jefferson – OL/DL
○ Xavier Wilson – LB/FB
Kaukauna Galloping Ghosts
The Galloping Ghosts are also 0-2 but carry higher preseason expectations after ranking inside the state’s top 20. Despite setbacks in their first two outings, Kaukauna’s balanced offensive scheme gives them an edge at home.
○ 2025 Record: 0-2
○ National Rank: #1,068
○ State Rank: #19 (WI)
○ Class Rank: —
○ Key to Win: Utilize their experienced offensive line to establish rhythm and wear down Hortonville’s defense.
Main Squad:
○ Brelan Allen – WR/CB
○ Tyler Stevenson – OLB/RB
○ Korbin Nunn – SB/FS
○ Tristen Cline – WR/OLB
○ Landin Clower – QB
○ Isaiah Fink – RB/OLB
○ Dylan Thomason – CB
○ Jayden Price – SB/SS
○ Jordan Price – RB/DT
○ Aiden Gauger – RB/FB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Overall | Home | Away | Win % | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaukauna Galloping Ghosts | #1,068 | #19 (WI) | — | 0-2 | 0-1 | 0-1 | 0.000 | 29 | 60 |
| Hortonville Polar Bears | #4,948 | #131 (WI) | — | 0-2 | 0-1 | 0-1 | 0.000 | 29 | 95 |
