The 2025 high school football season continues with a compelling non-conference battle as Medford (WI) travels to face Onalaska (WI) on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The game will be held at Onalaska High School, where the Hilltoppers aim to defend their home turf against a Medford team looking for redemption after a tough opening loss.
Game Details
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Matchup: Medford (WI) @ Onalaska (WI)
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Date & Time: 8/29/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Onalaska High School, Onalaska, WI
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Medford Raiders
The Raiders enter this matchup looking to bounce back after a difficult Week 1 defeat to Holmen. Despite the loss, Medford remains a traditionally strong program known for their hard-nosed football and disciplined play. They’ll need to tighten up defensively and find early momentum to contend with Onalaska’s high-powered offense.
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2025 Record: 0-1
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National Rank: #4,196
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State Rank (WI): #107
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Key to Win: Limit big plays on defense and improve red zone efficiency to keep pace on the scoreboard.
Main Squad:
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Carter Piller – QB (Smart decision-maker, good field vision)
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Brock Gumz – RB (Primary rusher, tough between the tackles)
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Rylan Retzlaff – WR (Reliable hands, chain-mover)
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Gavin Rehm – OL (Leader on the line, solid protection)
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Eli Faber – LB (Tackling machine, defensive leader)
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Logan Matson – DL (Pass rusher, high motor)
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Jace Koehler – DB (Key secondary piece, athletic coverage)
Onalaska Hilltoppers
The Hilltoppers kicked off their 2025 campaign with a strong win on the road and now return home with momentum. Known for their explosive offense and strong quarterback play, Onalaska looks to keep their perfect record intact with a balanced attack and fast-paced tempo.
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2025 Record: 1-0
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National Rank: #2,166
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State Rank (WI): #42
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Key to Win: Keep the offense firing behind their experienced QB and maintain pressure on Medford’s backfield defensively.
Main Squad:
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Parker Schmidtknecht – QB (Efficient and mobile, 3 total TDs in opener)
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Zane Langrehr – RB (Workhorse back, over 100 yards rushing Week 1)
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Miles Brooks – WR (Deep threat, excellent route runner)
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Logan Ziegler – OL (Sets the tone up front, key in run blocking)
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Ben Fosshage – LB (Tough, physical, leads in tackles)
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Sam Volden – DL (Interior disruptor, forces double teams)
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Noah Herlitzka – DB (Ball skills, great anticipation)
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank (WI) | Overall Record |
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| Medford | #4,196 | #107 | 0-1 |
| Onalaska | #2,166 | #42 | 1-0 |
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