The 2025 Wisconsin high school football season features a high-stakes early-season matchup as the Slinger Owls travel to face the Badger Badgers in a non-conference battle. Both teams are coming off dominant Week 1 victories and are ranked inside the state’s top 20. With explosive offenses and tough defensive fronts, this Friday night showdown on August 29, 2025, promises playoff-level intensity under the lights in Lake Geneva.
Game Details
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Matchup: Slinger Owls @ Badger Badgers
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Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Badger High School (Lake Geneva, WI)
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Slinger Owls
The Owls opened their season with a statement 37-0 shutout win at home. Ranked #20 in Wisconsin and #1,026 nationally, Slinger boasts a fast, disciplined defense and a balanced offensive attack. They’ll look to prove they can win on the road against a tough Badger team in what could be a tone-setting win for the season.
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2025 Record: 1-0
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National Rank: #1,026
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State Rank (WI): #20
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Key to Win: Maintain defensive dominance, create turnovers, and sustain drives against Badger’s athletic defense.
Main Squad – Slinger Owls
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QB: Nathan Krueger
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RB: Gavin Meyers
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WR: Hunter Jacobs
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WR: Owen Fischer
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TE: Luke Herman
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OL: Chase Mueller
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DL: Ethan Kraus
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LB: Dylan Stiles
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DB: Carson Witt
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CB: Eli Martin
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S: Brendan Cross
Badger Badgers
Badger High comes in off a big 42-6 road win and enters Week 2 ranked #14 in Wisconsin and #806 nationally. Known for their physical run game and aggressive defensive front, the Badgers now play their home opener in front of a passionate Lake Geneva crowd. A win here would solidify their standing as one of the top teams in the state.
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2025 Record: 1-0
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National Rank: #806
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State Rank (WI): #14
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Key to Win: Dominate the trenches, establish the ground game early, and limit Slinger’s passing rhythm.
Main Squad – Badger Badgers
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QB: Cameron Ellis
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RB: Isaiah Daniels
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FB: Tyler Novak
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WR: Jalen Brewer
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WR: Austin Schmidt
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TE: Mason Reilly
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OL: Brody Thompson
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DL: Jakob Henke
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LB: Logan Reyes
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DB: Antonio Vega
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CB: Kellen Ward
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank (WI) | Overall Record |
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| Slinger Owls | #1,026 | #20 | 1-0 |
| Badger Badgers | #806 | #14 | 1-0 |
Abu Sayem is a sports enthusiast and writer who enjoys sharing stories about high school athletics. He is passionate about celebrating the teamwork, dedication, and spirit of young athletes.
