The 2025 high school football season continues with an intriguing non-conference matchup as the Nantucket Whalers (Nantucket, MA) travel to face the Cardinal Spellman Cardinals (Brockton, MA) on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at 12:00 PM. Both teams open their seasons looking to set the tone early and build momentum for the year ahead.
Game Details
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Matchup: Nantucket (MA) @ Cardinal Spellman (MA)
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Date & Time: Saturday, September 6, 2025 – 12:00 PM
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Location: Cardinal Spellman High School, Brockton, MA
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Nantucket Whalers
The Whalers begin their 2025 season ranked #242 in Massachusetts and #11,579 nationally. Known for their scrappy playstyle and tough road performances, Nantucket will aim to make a statement in their opener against a stronger-ranked Spellman squad.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #11,579
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State Rank (MA): #242
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Division Rank: #28
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Key to Win: Control possession through a strong rushing attack and limit Spellman’s big plays on defense.
Main Squad:
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Liam O’Connor – QB
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Sean Flanagan – RB
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Daniel Murphy – WR/DB
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Jack Harrington – WR
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Aidan Walsh – TE/LB
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Connor Brooks – OL/DL
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Matthew Kelly – LB
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Ryan Sullivan – DB
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Patrick White – RB/LB
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Ethan Hayes – DL
Cardinal Spellman Cardinals
The Cardinals open their season at home with confidence, entering ranked #129 in Massachusetts and #6,736 nationally. With a deeper roster and strong two-way talent, Spellman will look to control the game from the trenches while taking advantage of their home-field advantage.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #6,736
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State Rank (MA): #129
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Division Rank: #15
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Key to Win: Establish early momentum at home, dominate at the line of scrimmage, and pressure Nantucket’s QB into mistakes.
Main Squad:
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Michael Torres – QB
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Chris Donahue – RB
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James Carter – WR
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Anthony Russo – WR/DB
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Dylan Brooks – TE/LB
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Joseph Romano – OL/DL
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Nicholas Hayes – LB
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Brandon Scott – DB
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Tyler McCarthy – RB/LB
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Andrew Lopez – DL
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
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| Nantucket | #11,579 | #242 (MA) | 0-0 |
| Cardinal Spellman | #6,736 | #129 (MA) | 0-0 |
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