The Rutland Hurricanes and Howard Huskies square off in a Macon rivalry matchup Thursday night. Both teams are looking to make an early-season statement, with Rutland seeking to stay above .500 and Howard aiming for its first win.
Game Details
- Matchup: Rutland Hurricanes vs Howard Huskies
- Date & Time: Thursday, August 28, 2025 @ 7:00 p.m.
- Location: Howard High School (Macon, GA)
- Live Coverage: NFHS Network
- Tickets: Available on GoFan
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Rutland Hurricanes (1-1)
Rutland has split its first two games and comes in with momentum from a strong offensive showing. Ranked 8,225 nationally and 391st in Georgia, the Hurricanes have put up points in bunches but need more consistency on defense.
- Strengths: High-scoring offense, playmaking ability in the open field.
- Key to Win: Protect the football and keep defensive breakdowns to a minimum.
Howard Huskies (0-1)
Howard dropped its opener but will now play its first home game of the season. Ranked 4,412 nationally and 272nd in Georgia, the Huskies showed offensive potential despite the loss and will look to build on that at home.
- Strengths: Balanced attack with offensive upside.
- Key to Win: Establish defensive stops early and ride the home crowd energy.
Rankings & Records
| Team | National | State | Class | Overall | Home | Away | Win % | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rutland Hurricanes | 8,225 | GA391 | 45 | 1-1 | 0-0 | 1-1 | .500 | 76 | 42 |
| Howard Huskies | 4,412 | GA272 | 44 | 0-1 | 0-0 | 0-1 | .000 |
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