The 2025 high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as Shepherd (MI) visits Sault Area (Sault Ste. Marie, MI) on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at 2:00 PM. Both teams are looking to set the tone early — Shepherd aiming to build on a season-opening win, while Sault Area seeks to bounce back from a tough loss.
Game Details
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Matchup: Shepherd (MI) @ Sault Area (MI)
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Date & Time: 9/6/2025 – 2:00 PM
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Location: Sault Area High School, Sault Ste. Marie, MI
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Shepherd Bluejays
The Bluejays enter Week 2 with confidence after a 17-7 victory in their opener. Ranked #9,776 nationally, #317 in Michigan, and #35 in class, Shepherd displayed strong defense and timely scoring to secure the win. With momentum on their side, they’ll aim to continue their winning start against the Blue Devils.
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2025 Record: 1-0
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National Rank: #9,776
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State Rank (MI): #317
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Class Rank: #35
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Key to Win: Keep defensive intensity high and sustain drives to wear down Sault Area’s defense.
Main Squad:
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Jacob Anderson – QB
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Matthew Collins – RB
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Evan Ramirez – WR
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Tyler Hughes – WR/DB
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Connor Blake – OL
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Hunter Moore – LB
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Isaiah Turner – DL
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Dylan Foster – DB
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Landon Scott – LB
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Brandon White – TE
Sault Area Blue Devils
Sault Area looks to regroup after falling 19-7 in their opener. Ranked #9,732 nationally, #314 in Michigan, and #44 in class, the Blue Devils have talent and experience but must limit mistakes to stay competitive. Playing at home offers them the chance to reset and capture their first win of the season.
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2025 Record: 0-1
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National Rank: #9,732
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State Rank (MI): #314
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Class Rank: #44
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Key to Win: Minimize turnovers, establish their running game, and control time of possession to slow Shepherd’s pace.
Main Squad:
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Mason Johnson – QB
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Alex Carter – RB
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Logan Smith – WR
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Daniel Perez – WR/CB
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Andrew Miller – OL
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Zachary Thompson – LB
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Ethan Wright – DL
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Noah Williams – DB
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Caleb Foster – LB
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James Parker – TE
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
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| Shepherd | #9,776 | #317 (MI) | 1-0 |
| Sault Area | #9,732 | #314 (MI) | 0-1 |
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