News Summary

As the 2025 high school football season approaches in Connecticut, anticipation builds for the opening games on September 11. Teams are preparing for a competitive season culminating in playoffs starting December 2. Key players and new coaching strategies set the stage for thrilling matchups, making this season one to watch. The excitement during the preseason showcases promises fans an exhilarating experience ahead.

Get Ready for the Exciting 2025 Connecticut High School Football Season!

Hey there, football fans! The buzz is in the air as Connecticut gears up for the 2025 high school football regular season, which kicks off on Thursday, September 11. Mark your calendars, because this season promises to be thrilling, with the final regular season games wrapping up just in time for Thanksgiving on November 27.

Playoff Picture Comes Together

As the season unfolds, look forward to the CIAC football playoff tournaments getting underway with home quarterfinals set for December 2. Semifinals will follow on December 7, and the hotspots for championship games will be announced for December 13. Six playoff divisions—Class LL, Class L, Class MM, Class M, Class SS, and Class S—will showcase the talented teams of Connecticut battling it out for glory.

Analyzing the Teams

Who’s Who: Key Players and Teams

Among the heavy hitters this upcoming season, Choate Rosemary Hall is looking to keep its impressive undefeated streak alive. They’ll face off against Phillips Exeter Academy on September 13 after going a perfect 10-0 last year. These Wild Boars wrapped up 2024 with two back-to-back flawless seasons and now hold a remarkable 18-game winning streak!

Brunswick School, finishing strong with an 8-2 record in 2024, will rematch against Avon Old Farms on September 13, promising fireworks on the field. Brunswick has come a long way since last season, improving from 5-4, so they’re definitely a team to watch.

Don’t forget about E.O. Smith, which only faced two double-digit losses last year, but with their previous years being a bit rocky, they’re hungry for success this time around. Keep an eye on wide receiver Joey Baker, linebacker Tanner Raymond from Choate, and quarterback Keegan Croucher from Cats as they look to shine in the 2025 season.

Coaching Changes and New Strategies

As always, with the new season comes new faces in coaching positions. Notably, Chris Pace is stepping into his new role at ATI, while Matty Jacowleff takes the reins at Staples. Changes like these can bring fresh strategies and dynamics that might just alter the team’s performance this year!

Ranking the Top Teams

Curious about which teams are considered top contenders? The Massey Ratings have put together a list ranking the top 25 teams in Connecticut as the season approaches, serving as an essential guide based on past game outcomes, strength of schedule, and margin of victory.

Preseason Hype and Showcases

The excitement has already kicked off with the return of the Gridiron Showcase, an event held on May 4, 2025, that exhibited the skills of over 100 high school football players across the state. It’s a great platform for these young athletes to showcase their abilities and get noticed!

As we gear up for another fantastic high school football season in Connecticut, it’s time to rally behind your teams and players while soaking in all the action and camaraderie it brings. This season is set to be a nail-biter, so let’s enjoy every moment on and off the field!

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