The 2025 Michigan high school football season continues Thursday night as the Hudsonville Eagles host the Byron Center Bulldogs in a non-conference matchup. Both programs enter the season highly ranked and ready to prove themselves in a key opening-week battle.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Byron Center (Byron Center, MI) vs Hudsonville (Hudsonville, MI)
○ Date & Time: Thursday, August 28, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Hudsonville Middle School – Baldwin St., Hudsonville, MI
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Byron Center Bulldogs
Byron Center enters ranked #1,030 nationally, #20 in Michigan, and #3 in their class. The Bulldogs bring a balanced team with a strong ground attack and tough defense. They’ll look to use their physicality to wear down Hudsonville and notch a road victory.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #1,030
○ State Rank: #20 (MI)
○ Class Rank: #3
○ Strengths: Strong running game, disciplined defense, physical style
○ Key to Win: Control time of possession and limit Hudsonville’s passing game
Hudsonville Eagles
Hudsonville comes in ranked #861 nationally, #15 in Michigan, and #8 in their class. The Eagles return a talented group of playmakers and will rely on their versatility to start the season strong at home. Their ability to strike quickly on offense could be the difference.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #861
○ State Rank: #15 (MI)
○ Class Rank: #8
○ Strengths: Offensive versatility, home-field advantage, experienced roster
○ Key to Win: Establish offensive rhythm early and force Byron Center into mistakes
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Byron Center Bulldogs | 1,030 | 20 (MI) | 3 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
| Hudsonville Eagles | 861 | 15 (MI) | 8 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
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