The Bethel Park (PA) varsity football team will host a non-conference matchup against Mars (PA) tonight at 7:00 PM.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Pennsylvania High School Football
Who: Bethel Park vs Mars
When: Friday, August 29, 2025
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network

Bethel Park and Mars Set for Non-Conference Showdown After Strong Season Starts

Bethel Park and Mars, two of Pennsylvania’s rising high school football programs, are gearing up for an exciting non-conference matchup after both teams opened the season with victories.

Season Overview
Mars, ranked 1,651 nationally and 60th in the state for their class, started the season strong with a 42-7 road win, demonstrating a balanced offensive attack. The team averaged 217 rushing yards and 162 passing yards per game, totaling 379 yards per contest. Star players like Hunter Schroder and Colin Yurisinec have led the charge, with Yurisinec accounting for 162 total yards per game.

Bethel Park, ranked 818 nationally and 21st in Pennsylvania’s class 6, also opened their season 1-0, narrowly defeating their opponent 43-26. The team showed scoring consistency across all four quarters, putting up an impressive 43 points. While detailed yardage stats are not available, the Pirates’ early-season performance highlights a strong offense and resilient defense, anchored by top performers who have consistently contributed in all phases of the game.

Scoring Trends
Looking at scoring by quarter, both teams have shown explosive starts. Mars averaged 14 points in both the first and second quarters before adding 7 points in each of the second half quarters. Bethel Park matched them early, scoring 14 in the first, 7 in the second, 8 in the third, and finishing strong with 14 in the fourth quarter. Fans can expect a fast-paced and high-scoring contest.

Key Players to Watch

• Mars:

  • Hunter Schroder – 106 rushing yards per game

  • Colin Yurisinec – 162 passing and total yards per game

  • Gabe Hein – 142 receiving yards per game

• Bethel Park:

  • The team has shown balanced offensive output and strong defensive tackles, including standout performers contributing significantly to both scoring and stops.

Matchup Outlook
This game is a clash between two undefeated teams, with Mars showcasing a heavy rushing attack complemented by solid passing, while Bethel Park has proven capable of putting points on the board in every quarter. Both squads are coming off strong wins, and this matchup could be a preview of playoff-level intensity.

Record Snapshot

• Mars: 1-0 overall, 1-0 non-league, 0-0 league

• Bethel Park: 1-0 overall, 1-0 league, 0-0 non-league

As both teams continue to build momentum, fans can expect a competitive and thrilling contest when these Pennsylvania powerhouses meet on the gridiron.