The Fowler (MI) varsity football team will play a neutral playoff game against Harbor Beach (MI) today at 1 p.m. This matchup is part of the 2024 Michigan High School Football Playoff Brackets for MHSAA Division 8.

What: Michigan High School Football
Who: Fowler (MI) vs Harbor Beach (MI)
When: Saturday, November 16, 2024
Time: 1:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 Michigan High School Football Playoff Brackets for MHSAA Division 8
Live stream: Watch live on NFHS Network

Harbor Beach and Fowler: A Closer Look at Two Unbeaten Powerhouses in Michigan High School Football

The 2024-2025 Michigan high school football season has seen two powerhouse teams, Harbor Beach and Fowler, dominate the competition. Both teams have achieved undefeated records, with each standing tall at 12-0 in overall play. Let’s take a deeper look at these two exceptional teams, comparing their performances, key statistics, and head-to-head results.

Harbor Beach: A Perfect Season So Far

Harbor Beach, representing Class 1 in Michigan, has been a force to be reckoned with. With a flawless 12-0 record, the team has shown unparalleled consistency across various aspects of the game. Their league record is equally impressive, boasting a perfect 5-0 in conference play.

• Scoring Average: Harbor Beach has averaged 43.8 points per game, with a strong offensive performance in the first half. They put up 15.3 points in the first quarter, 17.3 in the second, but the scoring drops in the second half, with only 9 points combined in the third and fourth quarters.
• Defense: Harbor Beach’s defense has been just as dominant, allowing a mere 68 points in total throughout the season—an average of only 5.7 points per game. This stifling defense has played a key role in their unbeaten streak.

Key victories include a 48-14 win over Reese in October and a 34-14 victory against Reese in November. Harbor Beach has proved that it can win in all types of situations, with an impressive 4-0 record on the road and 7-0 in away games.

Fowler: Dominating the Field

Fowler, competing in Class 2, has mirrored Harbor Beach’s success with their own 12-0 record. The team has been dominant both at home (8-0) and on the road (4-0), proving their ability to win on any turf.

• Scoring Average: Fowler’s offense has averaged 41.8 points per game. They are particularly strong in the first quarter, where they put up 21.5 points per game. However, their scoring drops off significantly in the fourth quarter, where they score just 1.5 points per game.
• Defense: Fowler’s defense has allowed 119 points over the course of the season, an average of 9.9 points per game, demonstrating their ability to contain opposing offenses effectively.

Fowler’s victories include a dominant 48-12 win over Reese on November 1, 2024, and a 34-14 victory over the same opponent on November 12, 2024. Fowler’s performance against common opponents has been stellar, finishing 2-0 in those matchups.

Common Opponents: Harbor Beach vs. Fowler

Both Harbor Beach and Fowler have faced off against Reese, with both teams emerging victorious. Harbor Beach defeated Reese 48-14 on October 11, 2024, while Fowler secured a 48-12 win over the same team on November 1. Another head-to-head comparison shows Fowler’s victory over Reese on November 12, 2024, by a score of 34-14.

While both teams have had different experiences against common opponents, the similarities in their dominance remain clear. Fowler holds a 2-0 record against common opponents, while Harbor Beach is 1-0 in their matchups.

Strengths and Areas of Focus

• Harbor Beach: One of the team’s biggest strengths is its ability to play solid defense and control the game through both scoring and defense. However, the drop in scoring in the second half suggests that they may need to work on maintaining offensive consistency throughout all four quarters.
• Fowler: Fowler’s quick starts are notable, but their significant drop-off in scoring during the final quarter could become a concern in tight games. Their ability to put up points early gives them an edge, but they will need to maintain their composure and offense late in games.

Conclusion: Two Teams, One Goal

Both Harbor Beach and Fowler have had incredible seasons, dominating Michigan high school football with perfect 12-0 records. Their paths to success have been marked by explosive offenses, solid defenses, and unrelenting consistency.

As the season progresses and both teams aim to continue their success, all eyes will be on their potential matchups in the playoffs. Could these two undefeated teams meet in the postseason, or will their journeys take them down separate paths? One thing is for certain—Harbor Beach and Fowler have cemented their places as two of Michigan’s finest football teams.