The 2025 high school football season continues with a border rivalry matchup as Menominee (MI) travels to face Marinette (WI) on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. A classic Michigan–Wisconsin showdown, this game renews one of the oldest interstate rivalries in high school football. The Maroons will open their season against a Marinette squad already hot off a big Week 1 victory.
Game Details
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Matchup: Menominee (MI) @ Marinette (WI)
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Date & Time: 8/29/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Marinette High School, Marinette, WI
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Menominee Maroons
The Maroons, ranked #3,805 nationally and #94 in Michigan, begin their 2025 campaign with one of the most intense rivalry games in the region. Menominee is known for physical play and tradition-rich football, and they’ll aim to start the year strong by slowing Marinette’s explosive offense.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #3,805
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State Rank (MI): #94
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Class Rank: #5
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Key to Win: Establish a tough defensive front, control time of possession, and avoid giving Marinette’s offense short fields.
Main Squad:
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Aiden Peterson – 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
Marinette Marines
The Marines enter the matchup with momentum, having dominated their Week 1 game with a 51-6 win. Ranked #9,727 nationally and #279 in Wisconsin, Marinette showcased a powerful offense and stingy defense. With confidence riding high, the Marines will look to extend their winning start against longtime rival Menominee.
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2025 Record: 1-0
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National Rank: #9,727
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State Rank (WI): #279
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Key to Win: Keep offensive balance, continue defensive intensity, and feed off home-field energy in this rivalry matchup.
Main Squad:
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Joel Graber – QB
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David Mason – RB
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Connor Sizemore – WR
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Jacob Miller – WR/DB
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Ethan Johnson – OL/DL
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Tyler Scott – LB
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Caleb Rogers – DB
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Hunter Miller – TE/LB
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Marcus Brown – DL
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Ryan Carter – WR/CB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
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| Menominee | #3,805 | #94 (MI) | 0-0 |
| Marinette | #9,727 | #279 (WI) | 1-0 |
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