The North Royalton Bears (1-1) return home for a tough non-conference matchup against the unbeaten North Ridgeville Rangers (2-0) on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The Bears are looking to bounce back after a mixed start, while the Rangers hope to keep their momentum rolling after two dominant wins.
Game Details
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Matchup: North Ridgeville (2-0) @ North Royalton (1-1)
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Date & Time: Friday, September 5, 2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: North Royalton High School (North Royalton, OH)
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North Ridgeville Rangers
The Rangers have been impressive through two weeks, outscoring opponents 78-12. Their defense has been stingy, while the offense is averaging 39 points per game with balance across both the run and pass. North Ridgeville already holds a common opponent advantage, defeating Valley Forge 37-12 — the same team that beat North Royalton in Week 1.
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2025 Record: 2-0 (2-0 Home, 0-0 Away)
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National Rank: 1,659
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State Rank (OH): 102
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Division Rank: 26
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Key to Win: Maintain defensive discipline and keep quarterback Nolan Klingbeil in rhythm.
Main Squad / Leaders:
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Nolan Klingbeil (#17) – QB (177.5 passing yards/game, 181.5 total yards/game)
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Cameron Saul (#1) – RB (56 rushing yards/game)
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Sean Bunsey (#3) – WR (65 receiving yards/game)
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Rory Hannah (#26) – WR/DB (8 points/game scoring leader)
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Ethan Walters – LB
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Dominic Rossi – OL
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Jaden Miller – DL
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Cole Thompson – DB
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Marcus Allen – TE
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Luke Harris – WR/DB
North Royalton Bears
North Royalton comes into this game 1-1, bouncing back after a tough opening loss to Valley Forge with a strong Week 2 performance. The Bears’ offense averages 36 points per game, showing balance with both rushing and passing production, but their defense has allowed 46 points across two games. Playing at home for the first time this season, they’ll be eager to prove themselves.
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2025 Record: 1-1 (0-0 Home, 1-1 Away)
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National Rank: 3,364
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State Rank (OH): 208
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Division Rank: 45
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Key to Win: Limit big plays from Ridgeville’s passing attack and finish strong in the second half.
Main Squad / Leaders:
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Matthew Collins – QB
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Ryan Petrovic – RB
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Zachary Novak – WR
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Anthony Russo – WR/DB
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Jacob Martin – LB
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David Hernandez – OL
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Tyler Johnson – DL
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Mason Carter – DB
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Chris Walters – TE
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Alex Kovacs – LB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
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| North Ridgeville | 1,659 | 102 | 2-0 |
| North Royalton | 3,364 | 208 | 1-1 |
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