News Summary

The much-anticipated 2025 Michigan high school football season begins on August 28 in Saginaw. Local teams, including Midland Dow and Midland High, are gearing up with packed schedules. Practice starts on August 11, ensuring players are in peak condition. Saginaw Heritage and Saginaw United also promise exciting matchups. Fans can follow the action and support their teams as they compete in thrilling games throughout the season.

Get Ready, Saginaw! High School Football Season is Back!

Excitement fills the air here in Saginaw as the countdown begins for the much-anticipated 2025 Michigan high school football season! Mark your calendars for Thursday, August 28, because that’s when our local teams are set to hit the field and make some noise.

The Countdown Begins

Practice officially kicks off on Monday, August 11, giving our talented young athletes just enough time to hone their skills and get into tip-top shape before the big day. With several teams gearing up for the season, fans will get their fill of thrilling matchups right from the start.

Midland Dow’s Big Challenge

Leading the way is Midland Dow under the guidance of Coach Matt Peterson. The schedule is packed, and each game promises to be more thrilling than the last:

  • August 28: Fenton
  • September 5: at Heritage
  • September 12: at Mount Pleasant
  • September 19: Bay City Western (conference game)
  • September 26: Traverse City Central (conference game)
  • October 3: at Traverse City West (conference game)
  • October 10: at Bay City Central (conference game)
  • October 17: Lapeer
  • October 24: Midland High (conference game)

Midland High’s Road Ahead

Next up is Midland High, led by Coach Tyler Wellman. This team is ready to make an impact with their exciting lineup of games:

  • August 28: at Cadillac
  • September 5: Portage Northern
  • September 12: Bay City Western (conference game)
  • September 19: at Bay City Central (conference game)
  • September 26: at Traverse City Western (conference game)
  • October 3: Traverse City Central (conference game)
  • October 10: Heritage
  • October 17: at Mount Pleasant (conference game)
  • October 24: at Midland Dow (conference game)

Get Excited for Saginaw Heritage

Another standout is Saginaw Heritage, coached by Justin Thelen. Their competitive edge will be tested with the following schedule:

  • August 28: Mount Pleasant
  • September 5: Midland Dow
  • September 12: at Grand Blanc (conference game)
  • September 19: Davison (conference game)
  • September 26: at Lapeer (conference game)
  • October 3: Flint Carman-Ainsworth (conference game)
  • October 10: at Midland High
  • October 17: at U-D Jesuit
  • October 24: Saginaw United (conference game)

Saginaw United’s Path to Glory

And let’s not forget Saginaw United, with Coach James King at the helm. Their schedule definitely has some exciting matchups to look forward to:

  • August 28: Freeland
  • September 5: Mount Pleasant
  • September 12: Lapeer (conference game)
  • September 20: Marquette
  • September 26: at Davison (conference game)
  • October 3: Bay City Central
  • October 10: Grand Blanc (conference game)
  • October 17: at Flint Carman-Ainsworth (conference game)
  • October 24: at Heritage (conference game)

Don’t Miss Out on Local Teams

In addition to these top contenders, there are many other local teams ready to make their mark: Freeland, Alma, Bridgeport, Bullock Creek, Frankenmuth, Swan Valley, Birch Run, Carrollton, Chesaning, Sanford Meridian, Hemlock, Ithaca, Millington, Valley Lutheran, Michigan Lutheran Seminary, and Nouvel CC, each with their own competitive schedules. Every game is an opportunity for our youth to shine and make their futures brighter.

Catch the Action!

The MHSAA Division 7 football finals will highlight amazing talent like Millington and Monroe St Mary CC. Anyone who wants to get in on the action should definitely check out the available schedules and latest updates so they can support their favorite teams.

Let’s get ready to support our young athletes, cheer them on from the bleachers, and create wonderful memories. For more details, fans of local high school sports can consider subscriptions for comprehensive access to articles and updates, ensuring they won’t miss a single touchdown!

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