The 2025 high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as Highland Park (St. Paul, MN) travels to face Richfield (MN) on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 6:00 PM. Both teams enter the season opener evenly matched in state rankings, setting up what could be a hard-fought battle between two determined programs.
Game Details
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Matchup: Highland Park (MN) @ Richfield (MN)
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Date & Time: 8/29/2025 – 6:00 PM
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Location: Richfield High School, Richfield, MN
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Highland Park Scots
The Scots begin their 2025 campaign ranked #11,053 nationally and #242 in Minnesota. Highland Park will look to use defensive grit and a steady offensive rhythm to set the tone on the road in their opener.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #11,053
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State Rank (MN): #242
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Class Rank: #40
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Key to Win: Control time of possession, lean on defensive stops, and limit big plays from Richfield.
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
Richfield Spartans
The Spartans enter the season opener at home with an opportunity to make a strong early-season statement. Ranked #10,892 nationally and #237 in Minnesota, Richfield will rely on its athleticism and home-field advantage to edge out the Scots.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #10,892
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State Rank (MN): #237
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Class Rank: #39
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Key to Win: Use balanced offense, capitalize on turnovers, and apply defensive pressure to keep Highland Park off balance.
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 | Class Rank | Overall Record |
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| Highland Park | #11,053 | #242 (MN) | #40 | 0-0 |
| Richfield | #10,892 | #237 (MN) | #39 | 0-0 |
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