The 2025 Illinois high school football season brings another edition of the Crosstown Classic as Downers Grove North visits Downers Grove South on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The annual rivalry game will be played at Downers Grove South High School, where bragging rights are on the line for two proud programs.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Downers Grove North (IL) @ Downers Grove South (IL)
○ Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Downers Grove South High School, Downers Grove, IL
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
Fans can purchase digital tickets through GoFan or stream the game live on the NFHS Network (subscription: $13.99/month or $79.99/year).
Watch here: Start your free trial today
Downers Grove North Trojans
Downers Grove North (1-0) opened the season with a gritty 11-8 road victory, leaning on their defense to secure the win. Ranked #11 in Illinois and #5 in their class, the Trojans enter this rivalry matchup with momentum and state-level recognition.
○ 2025 Record: 1-0
○ National Rank: #603
○ State Rank (IL): #11
○ Class Rank: #5
○ Key to Win: Dominate defensively in the trenches and control time of possession with a steady rushing attack.
Main Squad:
○ Jackson Miller – QB
○ Isaiah Carter – RB
○ Jonah Smith – WR
○ Caleb Johnson – LB
○ Elijah Torres – DB
○ Malachi Lewis – WR
○ Kainoa Lopez – OL
○ Zion Hernandez – DL
○ Micah Robinson – DB
○ Noah Adams – LB
Downers Grove South Mustangs
Downers Grove South (0-1) is aiming for redemption after dropping their opener 35-19 on the road. Ranked #150 in Illinois, the Mustangs will look to their offensive playmakers and home-field advantage to pull off an upset against their crosstown rivals.
○ 2025 Record: 0-1
○ National Rank: #4,899
○ State Rank (IL): #150
○ Class Rank: #24
○ Key to Win: Protect the football, establish the run game early, and capitalize on scoring opportunities in the red zone.
Main Squad:
○ Ethan Davis – QB
○ Isaiah Brown – RB
○ Jonah Taylor – WR
○ Maleko Robinson – LB
○ Caleb Foster – DB
○ Elijah Carter – WR
○ Keoni Vega – OL
○ Zion Lopez – DL
○ Micah Scott – DB
○ Noah Williams – LB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Overall | Home | Away | Win % | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Downers Grove North | #603 | #11 (IL) | #5 | 1-0 | 0-0 | 1-0 | 1.000 | 11 | 8 |
| Downers Grove South | #4,899 | #150 (IL) | #24 | 0-1 | 0-0 | 0-1 | .000 | 19 | 35 |
