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The 2025 Michigan high school football season has officially begun, bringing excitement to players, coaches, and fans. With cooler weather for kickoff, teams are ready for a thrilling schedule. Key matchups to watch include Rockford vs. Saline and Byron Center vs. Hudsonville. Traditional rivalries like East Grand Rapids vs. Lowell will also feature this week. Mark your calendars for an action-packed first week as local teams compete for victory!

Kickoff Time: The Michigan High School Football Season is Here!

Hey there, Michigan! It’s that exciting time of the year again—the much-anticipated high school football season is finally kicking off for 2025! The air is buzzing with energy as players, coaches, and fans alike gear up for a thrilling series of matchups. After spending weeks practicing under the blazing sun with temperatures soaring into the 90s, the players are ready to hit the field. Thankfully, as game day arrives, we can expect much cooler conditions with temperatures starting in the chilly 60s at kickoff, dipping into the 50s by the final whistle. Perfect football weather!

What’s on the Agenda? Key Matchups to Watch!

This week is packed with exciting matchups, and it’s safe to say that the buzz is real! One of the highlight games will feature Rockford hosting Saline, with Saline being ranked No. 4 in the preseason polls. Will they live up to the hype? Fans are eager to find out!

Another match to keep an eye on is between Byron Center and Hudsonville. Both teams were runners-up in their respective divisions last year, and this game is sure to be a nail-biter as they try to get their seasons off on the right foot.

And let’s not forget about those traditional rivalries! Fans can look forward to East Grand Rapids going head to head with Lowell and South Christian taking on Grand Rapids Christian. Games like these always bring extra excitement, so make sure to wear your team colors proudly!

Week 1 Schedule – Mark Your Calendars!

The schedule for the first week is jam-packed with thrilling games. All matchups are set to kick off at 7 p.m. on Thursday, unless otherwise noted. Here’s what’s on tap:

  • Thursday Matchups:
    • Windsor Holy Names (CN) at Caledonia
    • Muskegon at Grandville
    • Grand Ledge at West Ottawa
    • Byron Center at Hudsonville
    • Kalamazoo Central at Jenison
    • Saline at Rockford
    • Wayland at Lansing Waverly
    • Forest Hills Eastern at Montague
    • Hamilton at St. Johns
    • Kenowa Hills at Forest Hills Northern
    • Forest Hills Central at Reeths-Puffer
    • Grand Rapids Union at Zeeland East
    • Holland Christian at Allendale
    • Lowell at East Grand Rapids
    • Holland at Ottawa Hills
    • Hastings at Thornapple Kellogg
    • Unity Christian at Whitehall
    • Sparta at Wyoming
    • Ionia at Belding
    • Hopkins at Fremont
    • Grant at Kelloggsville
    • Auburn Hills Avondale at Cedar Springs
    • Ludington at Coopersville
    • Grand Rapids Sacred Heart at NorthPointe Christian
    • Baldwin at Wyoming Lee
  • Friday Matchups:
    • East Kentwood at Southfield A&T
    • South Christian at Grand Rapids Christian
    • Northview at West Catholic
    • Grand Rapids Catholic Central at St. John Lake Central (IN)
    • Detroit Old Redford at Zeeland West
    • Petoskey at Greenville

So, there you have it, folks! Football season is back, bringing with it excitement, school spirit, and a delightful break from the summer heat. Make sure to catch your local teams in action and cheer them on. Let the games begin!

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