The 2025 high school football season continues in Minnesota with a non-conference clash as the Perham Yellowjackets travel to face the Park Rapids Panthers on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The matchup will be held at Park Rapids High School, where both programs will aim to open their seasons with a statement win.
Game Details
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Matchup: Perham (MN) @ Park Rapids (MN)
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Date & Time: 8/29/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Park Rapids High School, Park Rapids, MN
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Perham Yellowjackets
Perham enters the 2025 season ranked #147 in Minnesota and #23 in class. Known for their disciplined approach and strong ground attack, the Yellowjackets will look to strike early and set the tone against Park Rapids. Their combination of experienced linemen and quick playmakers makes them a tough matchup on both sides of the ball.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #6,962
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State Rank (MN): #147
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Class Rank: #23
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Key to Win: Control the pace of the game, minimize penalties, and capitalize on red-zone chances.
Main Squad:
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Carter Johnson – QB
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Mason Lee – RB/LB
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Ethan Nelson – WR/CB
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Brady Wilson – OL/DL
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Tyler Erickson – TE/LB
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Logan Thompson – OL/DL
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Jordan Peterson – WR/DB
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Aiden Hall – RB/DB
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Hunter Olson – DL
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Gavin Thompson – LB
Park Rapids Panthers
The Panthers open the season ranked #169 in Minnesota and #28 in class, eager to defend their home field against a competitive Perham squad. With speed in the backfield and athleticism across the defense, Park Rapids will look to match Perham’s physicality and lean on their passing attack to create big plays.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #7,920
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State Rank (MN): #169
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Class Rank: #28
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Key to Win: Stretch the field with their aerial attack, limit Perham’s rushing yards, and use turnovers to create scoring opportunities.
Main Squad:
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Noah Stevens – QB
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Jackson Lee – RB/LB
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Isaiah Brown – WR/DB
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Marcus Hall – TE/LB
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Brady Wilson – OL/DL
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Tyler Hanson – WR/CB
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Caleb Johnson – OL/DL
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Jaxon Meyer – RB/DB
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Owen Nelson – DB
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Hunter Martin – DL
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Overall Record |
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| Perham | #6,962 | #147 (MN) | #23 | 0-0 |
| Park Rapids | #7,920 | #169 (MN) | #28 | 0-0 |
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