Wednesday night marked another impressive round of high school football action across northeast Wisconsin. Five teams that earned a spot on WNFL’s “Top Five” all secured dominant victories, reinforcing their status as early-season powerhouses.
Bay Port Pirates crush Green Bay Southwest
The Pirates built an early lead that never wavered, heading into halftime with a 44‑0 advantage before finishing the game at 58‑7. Quarterback duo Braydon Maney and Bray Babich combined for 236 passing yards, efficiently moving the ball against a struggling defense. Bay Port now turns its attention to the De Pere Redbirds on Thursday, Sept. 17.
Notre Dame Tritons shut out Sheboygan South
Notre Dame’s offense exploded for a 52‑0 victory, entering the locker room with a 42‑0 halftime lead. Running back Kingston Allen shouldered the workload, carrying the ball just 16 times for an astonishing 237 yards and six touchdowns. The Tritons will travel to Green Bay East for their next contest on Thursday, Sept. 17.
West De Pere Phantoms silence Ashwaubenon
West De Pere’s defense held Ashwaubenon scoreless, while the Phantoms’ ground game dominated. Kainan Strong rushed for 217 yards on only 13 carries, a performance that highlighted the team’s explosive efficiency. The Phantoms are slated to face Appleton West on Thursday, Sept. 17.
Freedom Irish roll past Denmark Vikings
Freedom continued its offensive surge, defeating the Denmark Vikings 49‑7 after establishing a 35‑0 lead at halftime. Quarterback Owen Henkel was flawless, completing all ten of his pass attempts for 151 yards. Running back Axzil Eggert added 109 rushing yards and four touchdowns on just 13 carries. Freedom’s next test comes Friday, Sept. 18, against a combined squad of Kohler, Sheboygan Christian, and Lutheran schools.
Little Chute Mustangs rally late against Luxemburg‑Casco
Little Chute’s “stick‑to‑the‑ground” offense kept the game close early, but the Mustangs broke it open in the fourth quarter, outscoring the Spartans 29‑7 to finish 49‑14. Running back Reece Joten led the charge with 176 yards on 20 carries. The Mustangs will travel to face the Sheboygan Falls Falcons on Friday, Sept. 18.
Other teams in the mix
Beyond the top five, several programs remain under consideration for future rankings, including Kaukauna (3‑1), De Pere (3‑1), Brillion (3‑1), Bonduel (4‑0), Shiocton (4‑0) and Coleman (3‑1). These squads continue to vie for a spot on next week’s list as the season progresses.
Fans across the region can look forward to a packed Thursday slate of games, with each of the highlighted teams seeking to extend their winning streaks and solidify playoff positioning. Local supporters are encouraged to attend the matchups and cheer on their high school athletes, who exemplify dedication, teamwork, and community spirit.
Original reporting: Appleton, WI News Feed (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
