The 2025 high school football season continues in Massachusetts with a Friday morning non-conference matchup as the Wilmington Wildcats travel to face the Medford Mustangs. Both teams are eager to open the year strong after an even 2024 campaign (both finishing 25-26 overall). With evenly matched rankings and a long history of competitive football, this clash at Hormel Stadium should set the tone for the season ahead.
Game Details
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Matchup: Wilmington (MA) @ Medford (MA)
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Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 10:00 AM
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Location: Hormel Stadium (turf), Medford, MA
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Wilmington Wildcats
The Wildcats enter the 2025 season looking to climb in the state ranks after finishing middle of the pack last year. With a #176 state ranking and #18 in their division, Wilmington brings back a disciplined group determined to set the tempo early. Their key to success will be establishing rhythm on both sides of the ball and minimizing turnovers in a game where every possession will matter.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: 8,685
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State Rank (MA): 176
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Division Rank: 18
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Key to Win: Win the battle at the line of scrimmage and sustain offensive drives to wear down Medford’s defense.
Main Squad:
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Ryan McCarthy – QB
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Liam O’Donnell – RB
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Aiden Walsh – WR/DB
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Jack Sullivan – LB
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Chris Marino – OL/DL
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Michael Hennessey – WR
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Tyler Grant – DB
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Sean Callahan – RB/LB
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Connor O’Rourke – OL
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Patrick Doyle – DE
Medford Mustangs
The Mustangs open their 2025 campaign at home with plenty to prove. Ranked #204 in Massachusetts and #31 in division, Medford has a chance to make an early statement by knocking off Wilmington. To do so, they’ll need to rely on execution, ball security, and an opportunistic defense.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: 10,153
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State Rank (MA): 204
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Division Rank: 31
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Key to Win: Protect the football, control the pace of the game, and capitalize on home-field advantage.
Main Squad:
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Anthony Rizzo – QB
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Jordan Vega – RB
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Malik Thompson – WR/CB
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Brandon Costa – LB
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Matthew DeLuca – OL/DL
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Jason Ramirez – WR
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Ethan Collins – DB
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Nick Marino – RB/LB
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Tyler Donovan – OL
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Alex Pappas – DE
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
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| Wilmington | 8,685 | 176 (MA) | 0-0 |
| Medford | 10,153 | 204 (MA) | 0-0 |
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