The 2025 North Dakota high school football season continues with a conference showdown as the Southern McLean Cardinals [Washburn/Wilton/Wing CO-OP] (2-0) meet the Bowman County Bulldogs [Bowman/Scranton CO-OP] (1-1) on Friday, September 5, 2025. Both teams bring strong early-season form, with Southern McLean unbeaten and Bowman County looking to rebound after a split start.
Game Details
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Matchup: Southern McLean (CO-OP) vs. Bowman County (CO-OP)
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Date & Time: Friday, September 5, 2025 – Time TBA
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Southern McLean Cardinals (CO-OP)
The Cardinals are off to a perfect start, sitting at 2-0 with a dominant 44-6 win over Hazen and another convincing performance to open league play. Averaging 29 points per game while holding opponents to just six total points, Southern McLean has showcased balance on both sides of the ball.
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2025 Record: 2-0
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District Record: 1-0
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National Rank: #12,103
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State Rank (ND): #48
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Class Rank: #22
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Points For/Against: 58 PF / 6 PA
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Key to Win: Stay disciplined defensively, continue spreading the ball on offense, and limit Bowman County’s big-play threats.
Main Squad:
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[QB] Carson Meyer – Quarterback
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[RB] Eli Johnson – Running Back
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[WR/DB] Mason Keller – Wide Receiver/Defensive Back
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[LB] Luke Peterson – Linebacker
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[WR] Dylan Richter – Wide Receiver
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[DL] Ryan Halvorson – Defensive Line
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[DB] Cole Thomas – Defensive Back
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[RB/LB] Jaxon Meyer – Two-Way Player
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[ATH] Aiden Larson – Utility Player
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[OL] Ethan Carlson – Offensive Line
Bowman County Bulldogs (CO-OP)
The Bulldogs are 1-1, opening with a 12-6 loss to Trinity before bouncing back in impressive fashion with a 43-12 win over Heart River CO-OP. Averaging 24.5 points per game, Bowman County has offensive firepower but will need to stay sharp defensively against a Southern McLean team that’s been nearly flawless so far.
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2025 Record: 1-1
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District Record: 1-1
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National Rank: #12,101
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State Rank (ND): #47
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Class Rank: #21
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Points For/Against: 49 PF / 24 PA
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Key to Win: Establish rhythm early, pressure Southern McLean’s quarterback, and finish drives with touchdowns instead of field goals.
Main Squad:
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[QB] Jace Richter – Quarterback
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[RB] Isaiah Brown – Running Back
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[WR] Tj Maddox – Wide Receiver
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[OL/DL] Benjamin Carter Jr. – Offensive/Defensive Line
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[WR/CB] Nyqir Helton – Wide Receiver/Cornerback
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[LB] Camaj Matthews – Linebacker
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[DE/OLB] Nahmir Tucker – Defensive End/Outside Linebacker
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[RB/FS] Karon Ali – Running Back/Free Safety
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[CB/RB] Julian Peterson – Cornerback/Running Back
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[ATH] Cole Anderson – Utility Athlete
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Overall Record | District Record | Points For | Points Against | Win % |
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| Southern McLean Cardinals | #12,103 | #48 | #22 | 2-0 | 1-0 | 58 | 6 | 1.000 |
| Bowman County Bulldogs | #12,101 | #47 | #21 | 1-1 | 1-1 | 49 | 24 | .500 |
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