The 2025 high school football season continues in northern Minnesota with a conference matchup as the Barnum Bombers travel to face the Ely/Northeast Range/Vermillion Country (ENRVC) Co-Op Eagles on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The contest will be played at Ely High School, where both teams will look to open their season on a winning note.
Game Details
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Matchup: Barnum (MN) @ ENRVC (Co-Op, Ely, MN)
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Date & Time: 8/29/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Ely High School, Ely, MN
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Barnum Bombers
The Bombers enter the 2025 season ranked #165 in Minnesota and #21 in class, with hopes of making a strong statement to start their campaign. Known for their physical rushing attack and disciplined line play, Barnum will look to set the tone early and control the pace on the road.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #7,713
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State Rank (MN): #165
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Class Rank: #21
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Key to Win: Control possession with the run game, pressure ENRVC’s quarterback, and avoid turnovers.
Main Squad:
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Caleb Johnson – QB
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Mason Lee – RB/LB
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Ethan Nelson – WR/CB
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Brady Wilson – OL/DL
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Tyler Erickson – TE/LB
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Jordan Peterson – WR/DB
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Logan Meyer – OL/DL
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Aiden Thompson – RB/DB
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Hunter Olson – DL
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Gavin Hall – LB
ENRVC (Co-Op) Eagles
The ENRVC Eagles begin their season at home ranked #290 in Minnesota and #55 in class. With a mix of upperclass leaders and rising young talent, ENRVC will look to defend their home field and establish themselves as a tough competitor within the section. To succeed, they’ll need to rely on defensive discipline and smart offensive execution.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #13,833
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State Rank (MN): #290
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Class Rank: #55
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Key to Win: Limit Barnum’s ground game, create turnovers, and take advantage of red-zone opportunities.
Main Squad:
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Noah Stevens – QB
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Isaiah Brown – RB/FS
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Dylan Carter – WR/CB
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Marcus Hall – OL/DL
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Lucas Anderson – LB/TE
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Owen Nelson – WR/DB
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Jaxon Lee – OL/DL
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Brady Johnson – RB/LB
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Ethan Meyer – DB
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Hunter Martin – DL
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Overall Record |
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| Barnum | #7,713 | #165 (MN) | #21 | 0-0 |
| ENRVC (Co-Op) | #13,833 | #290 (MN) | #55 | 0-0 |
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