The 2025 high school football season continues with a conference matchup as Watertown (SD) visits Yankton (SD) on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The game will take place at Yankton High School, where both teams will look to improve their standings early in the season.
Game Details
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Matchup: Watertown (SD) @ Yankton (SD)
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Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Yankton High School, Yankton, SD
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Watertown Arrows
Watertown enters this matchup with a 0-1 record after a tough start to the season. They will be looking to bounce back on the road and challenge Yankton with a more cohesive performance on both sides of the ball.
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2025 Record: 0-1
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National Rank: 5,480
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State Rank (SD): 17
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Key to Win: Regain offensive momentum and strengthen their defense to compete against Yankton.
Main Squad:
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Jacob Peterson – QB
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Alex Johnson – RB
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Tyler Mitchell – WR
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Zachary Harris – LB
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Grant Lewis – DL
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Sam Wright – DB
Yankton Bucks/Gazelles
Yankton enters the game with a 1-0 record after an impressive win in their season opener. Their offense was explosive, and their defense showed strong play. They’ll look to maintain their momentum at home and solidify their position in the conference.
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2025 Record: 1-0
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National Rank: 4,056
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State Rank (SD): 12
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Key to Win: Continue their strong offensive attack and play solid defense to stifle Watertown’s efforts.
Main Squad:
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Carter Brown – QB
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Evan Thomas – RB
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Chris Edwards – WR
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Nathaniel Carter – LB
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Jacob Owens – DL
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Luke Williams – DB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watertown | 5,480 | 17 | 0-1 |
| Yankton | 4,056 | 12 | 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.
