The 2025 high school football season continues with a home non-conference matchup as Vermillion (SD) faces Lakota Tech (Pine Ridge, SD) on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 5:00 PM. The game will take place at Vermillion High School, where both teams are looking to recover after opening-season losses.
Game Details
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Matchup: Lakota Tech (SD) @ Vermillion (SD)
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Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 5:00 PM
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Location: Vermillion High School, Vermillion, SD
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Lakota Tech Tatanka
Lakota Tech enters the game with a 0-1 record. They suffered a heavy defeat in their season opener against Milbank, where they were shut out. The Tatanka will need to improve both offensively and defensively to compete in this game.
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2025 Record: 0-1
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Key to Win: Focus on building a stronger offense and improving defensive strategies to recover from their opening loss.
Main Squad:
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Eli Wright – QB
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Tyson Red Feather – RB
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Jace White Bull – WR
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Jordan Black Elk – LB
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Dante Red Bear – OL
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Emory Yellow Bear – DB
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Cameron Thunder Hawk – WR
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Alex Wolf – OL
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Jaden Brave Heart – DL
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Nashal Storm – DB
Vermillion Tanagers
Vermillion enters the game with an 0-1 record. They also lost their season opener, a tough 35-18 defeat. The Tanagers will look to rebound and capitalize on their home-field advantage. Their offense has potential but will need to tighten up their defensive play to avoid another loss.
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2025 Record: 0-1
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Key to Win: Improve both offensive execution and defensive coverage to take advantage of home-field momentum.
Main Squad:
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Jake Olson – QB
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Michael Harris – RB
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Lucas West – WR
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Brian Green – LB
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Owen Taylor – OL
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Aidan Grant – DB
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Ethan Miller – WR
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Jack Davis – OL
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Mason Scott – DL
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Evan Brooks – DB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank (SD) | Overall Record |
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| Lakota Tech | #13,756 | #60 | 0-1 |
| Vermillion | #9,596 | #45 | 0-1 |
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