Parkersburg vs Morgantown (West Virginia) High School Football Game Preview – Thursday, August 28, 2025

High School Football

The 2025 West Virginia high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as the Morgantown Mohigans host the Parkersburg Big Reds on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams are perennial contenders and will look to set the tone early in the season.

Game Details

Matchup: Parkersburg (Parkersburg, WV) vs Morgantown (Morgantown, WV)
Date & Time: Thursday, August 28, 2025 – 7:00 PM
Location: Morgantown High School, Morgantown, WV
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Parkersburg Big Reds

The Big Reds enter the season ranked #4,028 nationally, #23 in West Virginia, and #11 in their class. With a tradition-rich program, Parkersburg will look to lean on its experience and discipline to start the year with a key road win.

2025 Record: 0-0
National Rank: #4,028
State Rank: #23 (WV)
Class Rank: #11
Strengths: Tradition, experienced coaching, balanced playmakers
Key to Win: Limit Morgantown’s big plays and control the game’s tempo

Morgantown Mohigans

The Mohigans open ranked #2,796 nationally, #14 in West Virginia, and #8 in their class. With home-field advantage and a strong roster, Morgantown enters the season with high expectations to make a deep run.

2025 Record: 0-0
National Rank: #2,796
State Rank: #14 (WV)
Class Rank: #8
Strengths: Depth on both sides of the ball, home support, strong defensive unit
Key to Win: Establish offensive consistency and take advantage of turnovers

Rankings & Records

Team National Rank State Rank Class Rank Record PF PA
Parkersburg Big Reds 4,028 23 (WV) 11 0-0 0 0
Morgantown Mohigans 2,796 14 (WV) 8 0-0 0 0
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