The Philip (SD) varsity football team will host Timber Lake (SD) for a non-conference matchup on Friday, August 29, at 7:00 p.m.

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What: South Dakota High School Football
Who: Huron (SD) vs Yankton (SD)
When: Friday, August 29, 2025
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
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Philip Prepares for Home Clash Against Timber Lake in Non-Conference Opener

The Philip (SD) varsity football team will host Timber Lake (SD) in a non-conference matchup, looking to bounce back after a tough start to the season. Both teams enter the game seeking their first win of the year, with Timber Lake opening the season with a 0-1 record and Philip also standing at 0-1.

Early Season Struggles
Timber Lake struggled in its season opener, failing to put points on the board while allowing 34. Philip, meanwhile, managed just six points in a 54-6 loss in its own opener. With both teams still searching for rhythm, Friday’s game promises to be an important early test for their offenses and defenses.

Scoring Trends
Through one game, Philip’s scoring came in the third quarter, averaging six points per game, while Timber Lake has yet to score this season. Both teams are eager to make adjustments and find the end zone as the season progresses.

Records at a Glance

• Philip (25-26): 0-1 overall, 0-1 region, 0-0 home, 0-1 away, 6 points for, 54 points against

• Timber Lake (25-26): 0-1 overall, 0-1 home, 0-0 away, 0 points for, 34 points against

Looking Ahead
With both teams winless, this matchup could serve as a momentum-shifter. Philip will aim to leverage home-field advantage, while Timber Lake seeks to score its first points of the season and turn early struggles into motivation. Fans can expect a hard-fought game as each team looks to kickstart its season.

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