The excitement is building in Moorhead as the Spud Football team prepares for its biggest stage in nearly four decades: the Class AAAAAA State Championship. On Friday, November 21, the No. 6 Spuds will take on the No. 4 Edina Hornets at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. Kickoff is set for 7:00 PM. Moorhead enters the Prep Bowl with hopes of securing its first football state title since 1987, adding even more significance to this highly anticipated matchup.
This year’s team has showcased resilience, growth and a relentless drive throughout the season. After navigating one of the toughest playoff brackets in Class 6A, the Spuds earned their championship berth through determination and teamwork. The 2025 squad has energized the school and community alike, creating a shared sense of pride that will be felt throughout Friday’s championship atmosphere.
Game Information:
Who: #6 Moorhead Spuds vs. #4 Edina Hornets
What: Class AAAAAA State Championship
Where: U.S. Bank Stadium, Minneapolis
When: Friday, November 21
Game Time: 7:00 PM
Tickets: Available now at mshsl.org/tickets (all tickets are general admission)
Television: Prep45 will broadcast the game, along with a web simulcast.
Hotel and Fan Bus Information:
MHS Activities has reserved a fan block at the Minneapolis Marriott East, with rooms available for $119–$164 per night. Fans traveling to the game are encouraged to take advantage of this special rate while availability lasts.
For fans looking to travel together, a limited number of seats remain on the official Spud Fan Bus. The bus will depart from Moorhead High School (Door 19) at 2:00 PM on Friday. Seats are $20 and do not include admission to the game.
No matter where they cheer from, inside U.S. Bank Stadium, from living rooms across the region, or alongside fellow alumni and supporters, the Moorhead community stands united behind its team. As the Spuds take the field Friday night, they carry not only a season’s worth of hard work but also the hopes of a community ready to witness history once again.