Two Northern California programs coming off opening-week victories square off as the Bear River Bruins travel to Truckee to face the Wolverines. Both teams are 1-0 and will look to carry early momentum into Week 2.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Bear River (Grass Valley, CA) vs Truckee (CA)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Truckee High School, Truckee, CA
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Bear River Bruins
Bear River opened the season strong with a 21-18 road win, showing resilience in a close battle. Ranked #9,138 nationally and #620 in California, the Bruins will rely on their toughness and playmaking ability to compete against a well-ranked Truckee squad.
○ 2025 Record: 1-0
○ National Rank: #9,138
○ State Rank: #620 (CA)
○ Section Division Rank: #11
○ Strengths: Close-game experience, balanced offense
○ Key to Win: Capitalize on scoring chances and limit Truckee’s big plays
Truckee Wolverines
Truckee enters Week 2 with confidence after a 25-17 victory to open the season. Ranked #1,804 nationally and #151 in California, the Wolverines boast one of the top small-school programs in the state. Playing at home in the high elevation of Truckee gives them an added advantage.
○ 2025 Record: 1-0
○ National Rank: #1,804
○ State Rank: #151 (CA)
○ State Division Rank: #1
○ Strengths: Strong defensive front, home-field edge, efficient offense
○ Key to Win: Control the tempo and pressure Bear River’s offense into mistakes
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Section/Div. Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bear River Bruins | 9,138 | 620 | 11 | 1-0 | 21 | 18 |
| Truckee Wolverines | 1,804 | 151 | 1 | 1-0 | 25 | 17 |
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