News Summary

The 2025 WIAA high school football playoffs kicked off on October 24 in Milwaukee, featuring thrilling matchups across various divisions. Teams like Arrowhead, Franklin, and Muskego demonstrated dominance with significant victories, while Elkhorn and Catholic Memorial also made headlines. As teams gear up for the next round, the excitement continues to build. With strong performances and upcoming matches like Racine Case vs. Muskego, fans are eager to see who will advance and compete for state titles.

Milwaukee Kicks off High School Football Playoffs with Thrilling First Round

Hi, Milwaukee! Football fans, grab your favorite snacks and settle in because the 2025 WIAA high school football playoffs kicked off in a big way on Friday, October 24. The energy in the air was electric as teams from our very own city showed just how much they’re ready to compete for state titles. Let’s take a look at some of the action that unfolded!

Division 1: Dominating Performances

In Division 1, several teams proved they are serious contenders. Arrowhead certainly made a statement, trouncing Wausau West with a staggering score of 56 to 12. Meanwhile, Badger didn’t hold back either, showing Oak Creek who’s boss with a score of 42 to 7.

If you thought that was impressive, check this out: Franklin absolutely demolished Milwaukee Riverside with a jaw-dropping score of 65 to 6. It looks like they are one to watch! Muskego also shone bright, scoring 64 to 16 against Madison West. Not to mention, teams like Middleton and Milwaukee Reagan continued the trend of strong performances with scores of 63 to 8 and 62 to 0 respectively.

Division 2 Action

Moving on to Division 2, the competition was just as fierce! Elkhorn wasted no time in making their presence felt, taking down Milwaukee Bay View with an impressive 58 to 6 victory. Germantown followed suit, easily defeating Wauwatosa West 36 to 6. Homestead also left their mark with a resounding score of 51 to 14 over Menomonee Falls.

It was quite a night for West De Pere, who scored a whopping 70 to 33 against Hartford. It’s clear that many local teams are on a mission to seize the championship.

Division 3 Thrills

In Division 3, the games were just as exciting. Catholic Memorial really shined, crushing Jefferson with a score of 55 to 7. Grafton also had their fans cheering loud as they pulled ahead of Medford 49 to 14.

Other notable games included Edgewood defeating Rhinelander 35 to 7 and Reedsburg taking care of Waterford with a decisive 49 to 24 win. The competition in this division is heating up!

Lower Divisions Show Strong Contenders

In Division 4, teams like Baldwin-Woodville and Columbus made headlines with scores of 57 to 12 and 60 to 15, respectively. Meanwhile, Freedom shut out Kettle Moraine Lutheran 28 to 0.

Moving on to Division 5, Amherst showcased their skills with a solid win over Lancaster by a score of 42 to 14.

8-Player and Division 6 Highlights

For those following the 8-player teams, McDonell rolled through Clayton without breaking a sweat, winning 58 to 0. And in Division 6 excitement, Bangor looked impressive as they took down Marshall with a score of 54 to 27.

Upcoming Matches

As for the teams who made it through the first round, all eyes are on the upcoming games. Racine Case, driven by strong leadership from Michael Farr, will face off against Muskego in the next round of the Division 1 playoffs. What a match that promises to be!

All in all, it was an incredible start to the playoffs, showcasing the talent and tenacity of high school football teams across the Milwaukee area. The excitement is just getting started! Keep cheering loud for your teams, and let’s see who will come out on top!

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