Opening Weekend Highlights
The first full weekend of high school football in the Blue Water Area delivered a slate of exciting results, with several squads opening their seasons on a high note. From dominant performances to tightly contested finishes, the action set an energetic tone for the weeks ahead.
Algonac High School opened its campaign with a 20-12 victory over Clintondale. Quarterback Jaxon Shafer contributed both a passing touchdown and a rushing score, finishing with 75 passing yards and 42 rushing yards. Adding to the win, Bolton Reams broke off a 90-yard rush that ended in the end zone, underscoring the team’s balanced attack.
Almont edged out Marysville by a single point, 14-13, in a back‑and‑forth contest that kept fans on the edge of their seats. The narrow margin highlighted the competitiveness of the matchup and left the team poised for a strong start to the season.
Imlay City secured a 14-7 win over Flint Powers Catholic, showcasing a solid defensive effort that limited the opposition to a single touchdown. The victory gave the team an early boost as they look to build momentum.
St. Clair delivered the most commanding performance of the weekend, routing Hazel Park 56-0. The offense was led by Jaxon Turnbull, who accounted for four touchdowns, while safety Evan Salisbury returned an interception 85 yards for a score, epitomizing a dominant defensive showing.
Additional results included Petoskey topping Croswell‑Lexington 35-8, Redford edging Port Huron Northern 14-10 with Jordan Ban’s touchdown and Joey Lincoln’s 48‑yard reception, and Swartz Creek prevailing 48-45 over Yale in a high‑scoring thriller.
Looking Ahead
The schedule will continue to roll out in early September, featuring matchups such as Almont versus Armada and Marysville taking on Port Huron. Several games are slated for September 3 and 4, promising more excitement as teams look to fine‑tune their strategies and climb early standings.