The 2025 high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as East Grand Forks (MN) travels to face Staples-Motley (Staples, MN) on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 6:00 PM. Both teams enter the season opener eager to showcase their strengths and set the tone for the year ahead.
Game Details
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Matchup: East Grand Forks (MN) @ Staples-Motley (MN)
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Date & Time: 8/29/2025 – 6:00 PM
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Location: Staples-Motley High School, Staples, MN
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East Grand Forks Green Wave
The Green Wave enter the 2025 season looking to re-establish themselves as a competitive force. With speed in the backfield and a solid defensive core, East Grand Forks will focus on execution and discipline in their opener against Staples-Motley.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: TBD
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State Rank (MN): TBD
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Key to Win: Control the tempo, limit turnovers, and capitalize on field position.
Main Squad:
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Tyler Johnson – QB
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Mason Carter – RB/LB
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Blake Thompson – WR/DB
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Evan Brooks – OL/DL
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Jacob Miller – RB
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Logan Harris – WR/CB
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Aiden Collins – OL/DL
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Connor Reed – LB
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Ryan Matthews – DB
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Caleb Foster – DL
Staples-Motley Cardinals
The Cardinals open the season at home with high expectations, aiming to showcase their balance on both sides of the ball. Staples-Motley will look to take advantage of their home crowd energy and establish momentum early against East Grand Forks.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: TBD
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State Rank (MN): TBD
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Key to Win: Utilize a quick-strike offense, control possession with sustained drives, and force East Grand Forks into long-yardage situations.
Main Squad:
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Ethan Parker – QB
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Dylan Johnson – RB/DB
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Logan Matthews – WR/CB
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Connor James – OL/DL
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Zachary Holmes – RB/LB
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Tyler Davis – WR/DB
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Brandon Kelly – OL/DL
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Nick Thompson – TE/LB
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Gavin Reed – DB
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Owen Harris – RB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
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| East Grand Forks | TBD | TBD | 0-0 |
| Staples-Motley | TBD | TBD | 0-0 |
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