News Summary

In an electrifying week for Milwaukee high school football, Muskego achieved a surprising upset over previously undefeated Arrowhead, reshaping the local rankings. Franklin High School secured the top position after a significant victory against Oak Creek in the notable Helmet Game. Homestead and Mukwonago maintain strong performances, while Sussex Hamilton edged out Germantown, causing a ranking shake-up. Kenosha Bradford entered the rankings at No. 9 with a perfect 5-0 record. With 69 games scheduled next week, excitement builds as playoff races intensify.

Muskego Upsets Arrowhead, Franklin Claims Top Spot in Milwaukee High School Football Rankings

It’s been an electrifying week for high school football in Muskego and the greater Milwaukee area! Fans and players alike are buzzing after Muskego pulled off a shocking upset against the _previously undefeated Arrowhead_, shaking up the local rankings in a big way.

Franklin Takes Over at No. 1

With Muskego’s stunning victory, Franklin High School is now sitting pretty at the top of the rankings after their impressive win in what’s being called the _Helmet Game_ against Oak Creek. This rivalry game is a big deal, and Franklin fans are reveling in their team’s recent success. After this weekend, they are looking forward to seeing how long they can maintain this coveted No. 1 position.

Staying Strong: Homestead and Mukwonago

Meanwhile, Homestead has managed to hold steady in their spot in the rankings by taking care of business against winless West Bend East. It’s no small feat to stay on top, and Homestead is making sure they don’t get overlooked as they continue to stack up their wins.

Mukwonago is also riding high after securing another expected victory, which keeps them firmly in their current ranking. With a strong season in play, both Homestead and Mukwonago are eyeing the playoffs and making sure that they stay competitive.

Germantown Gets a Shake-Up

In a surprising twist, Sussex Hamilton has bumped Germantown from their spot in the rankings after narrowly edging the Warhawks. Although Germantown remains at No. 10, the loss stings and they’ll need to step up in the next games to regain some ground. The competition is fierce and every game counts.

Kenosha Bradford Enters the Rankings

And here’s another twist! The Kenosha Bradford Red Devils have entered the rankings at No. 9 with a nifty 5-0 record. They’re taking over the spot previously held by New Berlin West, who suffered a setback after losing to Catholic Memorial. With such a strong showing, Bradford is turning heads and quickly becoming a team to watch.

Other Teams on the Radar

Let’s not forget some of the other teams that are consistently bringing their A-game! Brookfield East, Greenfield, Lake Country Lutheran, and Milwaukee Reagan are all showing impressive records standing at 4-1. And let’s not count out New Berlin West and Slinger—both also at 4-1. There’s a fierce battle happening just beneath the surface as teams vie for those top spots.

A Look Ahead at Upcoming Games

Mark your calendars! From September 18 to September 20, there are a whopping 69 high school football games scheduled across the Milwaukee metro area! Among those are ten matchups with teams ranked in the statewide top 25. Can you feel the excitement? This includes _no. 1 Arrowhead_ facing off against _no. 14 Muskego_, and _no. 18 Hamilton_ going up against _no. 9 Germantown_.

Other notable games to keep an eye on include Bay View challenging Madison University, New Berlin West squaring off against Catholic Memorial, and Grafton taking on South Milwaukee. With so many thrilling games lined up this week, fans won’t want to miss a moment!

Whitnall’s Star Performance

Speaking of excitement, Whitnall had a fantastic gaming experience as they triumphed over Wisconsin Lutheran with a score of 48-28. Quarterback Tanner Effertz lit up the field with 355 passing yards, completing 25 out of 37 passes. Wide receiver Cooper Markee also shined with his third game of the season scoring three touchdowns, catching 11 passes for 219 yards! To top it off, Effertz added two rushing touchdowns to the mix, rounding out a superb team performance.

As Whitnall improves to a 2-1 conference record, they’re primed and ready to face off against Shorewood/Messmer/Dominican next, who have unfortunately had to forfeit all their games in the 2025 season. With this schedule, Whitnall is likely set to hold a record of 3-1 before going toe-to-toe with Greenfield in a few weeks.

Final Thoughts

No matter your team, this season is proving to be packed with surprises and showdowns. With every game being a potential turning point, the passion and thrill surrounding high school football in Milwaukee are nothing short of contagious. So buckle up—you won’t want to miss a second of the action!

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