News Summary

The Minnesota State High School League has revealed revamped football districts for the 2025 and 2026 seasons. Noteworthy changes include Moorhead High School moving to a more competitive district, which promises thrilling matchups. Additionally, reigning champion Maple Grove will also shift districts, further intensifying competition. Teams will face new opponents and strategize carefully to qualify for the playoffs. Local enthusiasm is high as schools prepare for exciting seasons filled with fresh rivalries and opportunities.

Minnesota High School Football Set for Exciting Changes in 2025!

Excitement is brewing across the state of Minnesota as the Minnesota State High School League (MSHSL) has unveiled its revamped football districts and sub-districts for the upcoming 2025 and 2026 seasons. This announcement is sure to stir up plenty of chatter among high school athletes, coaches, and fans alike!

What’s New?

Every two years, the MSHSL takes a close look at the landscape of high school football in Minnesota to make necessary adjustments. This means that teams will be facing new opponents, which can lead to some thrilling rivalries and surprising matchups in the coming seasons. No doubt, football enthusiasts are already marking their calendars!

One major shake-up this year is that Moorhead High School has been elevated to a 6A classification. This means they are moving from the Northstar North district, which included teams like Alexandria, to the highly competitive Metro West district. In this new district, they’ll be going head-to-head with powerhouses such as Maple Grove, Edina, Minnetonka, and Eden Prairie! This transition is sure to make for some thrilling matches and provide a real test for all involved.

The Road to the Playoffs

One key detail from the MSHSL is that in order to qualify for the playoffs, every team must complete a full schedule against their district opponents. This new structure will push teams to strategize carefully and perform at their best. Additionally, after teams wrap up their sub-district games, they’ll have the chance to fill out the remainder of their regular-season schedules.

The plains of Minnesota will be bustling with football action as teams will also have opportunities to engage in cross-over games—either within their own districts or, with MSHSL’s permission, against teams from different districts.

District Breakdown!

Let’s take a look at how teams are set to be distributed across various districts:

  • North District: Big Fork, Blackduck, Cook County, Littlefork/Big Falls, Northwoods, Northome/Keller, Silver Bay, South Ridge.
  • South District: Bertha-Hewitt, Carlton/Wrenshall, Cromwell-Floodwood, McGregor, Mille Lacs, Ogilvie, Sebeka, Verndale.
  • East District: Alden-Conger/Glenville-Emmons, Grand Meadow, Houston, Kingsland, Lanesboro, LeRoy-Ostrander/Lyle-Pacelli, Mabel-Canton, Spring Grove, Wabasha-Kellogg.
  • West District: Adrian/Ellsworth, Bethlehem Academy, Buffalo Lake-Hector-Stewart, Cedar Mountain, among others.

This restructuring has been met with general enthusiasm, as it’s a great opportunity for schools to test their mettle against a fresh slate of competitors. It’s a chance for exciting underdog stories to unfold as teams step out of their traditional confines!

Maple Grove: Champion Changing Districts

Of particular note is Maple Grove, the reigning champs after snagging the Class 6A state title last season. They, too, will be making a move by shifting from the Metro North to the Metro West. This change will no doubt add extra fuel to the fire of competition in the new district!

Looking Ahead!

As we look forward to the kick-off of the first scheduled games based on these new districts, it’s clear that 2025 is shaping up to be an unforgettable year for Minnesota high school football. With fresh rivalries on the horizon, teams will need to bring their A-game, and fans will have plenty to cheer about!

So, gear up, grab those jerseys, and get ready for a thrilling ride in the world of high school football as the excitement builds toward the next two seasons!

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