The 2025 high school football season rolls into Week 2 with a competitive non-conference showdown as Thorp (WI) travels to face Athens (WI) on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The game will be hosted at Athens High School and features two undefeated teams looking to extend their strong starts to the season.
Game Details
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Matchup: Thorp (WI) @ Athens (WI)
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Date & Time: 8/29/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Athens High School, Athens, WI
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Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Thorp Cardinals
The Cardinals enter this Week 2 matchup with a 1-0 record after edging out their season opener. Thorp’s balanced attack and tough defensive presence make them a team to watch in Wisconsin’s smaller-school football scene. To win on the road, they’ll need to manage the clock and find ways to slow down Athens’ high-powered offense.
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2025 Record: 1-0
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State Rank (WI): TBD (Early Season)
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Key to Win: Sustain long drives on offense and tighten up on defense against Athens’ big-play potential.
Main Squad:
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Liam Novak – QB (Dual-threat leader, strong field awareness)
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Owen Krueger – RB (Power back, 2 TDs in Week 1)
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Caleb Hein – WR/DB (Key playmaker on both sides)
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Mason Flater – LB (Team’s leading tackler)
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Tucker Ramm – OL/DL (Anchor on both lines)
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Dylan Jalling – WR (Deep threat receiver)
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Tate Tjugum – DB (Shut-down coverage specialist)
Athens Bluejays
Athens exploded in their opening game, scoring 54 points and showcasing dominance on both sides of the ball. Their offense is fast, aggressive, and disciplined—factors that will play a critical role as they defend home turf. If the Bluejays continue to execute at this level, they could be in for a deep postseason run.
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2025 Record: 1-0
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State Rank (WI): TBD (Early Season)
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Key to Win: Keep offensive rhythm early and apply defensive pressure to limit Thorp’s run game.
Main Squad:
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Brayden Zettler – QB (Strong arm, 4 passing TDs in Week 1)
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Hunter Gauerke – RB (Quick-cut runner, 100+ yards in opener)
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Kade Knetter – WR/DB (Explosive on returns and deep balls)
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Austin Buss – LB (Defensive captain, multiple tackles for loss)
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Logan Ellenbecker – OL/DL (Powerful in the trenches)
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Gavin Woller – WR (Reliable hands, red zone threat)
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Trey Heidmann – DB (Ball hawk in the secondary)
Rankings & Records
| Team | State Rank (WI) | Overall Record |
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| Thorp | TBD | 1-0 |
| Athens | TBD | 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.
