Get ready for another thrilling season at Lubbers Stadium—your home for all the action-packed football this fall.
Mark Your Calendars: 2025 Game Day Highlights
Season Opener — August 30 | 1:00 PM
Kick things off at home against Lincoln (Pa.) University in the big opener presented by Meadows Crossing.
616 Night — September 6 | 7:00 PM
Join the evening fun as the Lakers host Black Hills State (S.D.)—a fresh matchup offering plenty of high-energy vibes.
Road Challenge — September 13 | 4–5:00 PM
The Lakers hit the road to face Pittsburg State in a marquee match-up that promises a competitive edge.
Family Day Home Matchup — October 4 | 4:00 PM
Cheer on the Lakers during this community favorite against Davenport—a perfect game-day tradition.
Upper Peninsula Road Trip — October 11 | 7:00 PM
Don’t miss the clash in Marquette as GVSU takes on Northern Michigan in a crisp mid-October showdown.
Battle of the Valleys — October 18 | 2:00 PM
This isn’t just a game—it’s a rivalry. GVSU hosts Saginaw Valley State in the iconic “Battle of the Valleys,” complete with halftime Hall of Fame honors.
On the Road Back-to-Back — October 25 | 1:00 PM
Tune in for tough matchups on the road: first at Ferris State (Anchor-Bone Classic)
Still on The Road— November 1 | 1:00 PM
Then at Wayne State.
Homecoming — November 8 | 2:00 PM
One of the season’s signature events—Michigan Tech comes to town for homecoming weekend.
Senior Day Finale — November 15 | 1:00 PM
Celebrate the seniors as GVSU wraps up the regular season versus Roosevelt at Lubbers Stadium.
Quick at-a-Glance Schedule
|
Date |
Opponent |
Location |
Time |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Aug 30 |
Lincoln (Pa.) |
Home (Allendale) |
1:00 PM |
|
Sep 6 |
Black Hills State |
Home |
7:00 PM |
|
Sep 13 |
Pittsburg State |
Away |
~5:00 PM |
|
Oct 4 |
Davenport |
Home – Family Day |
4:00 PM |
|
Oct 11 |
Northern Michigan |
Away (Marquette) |
7:00 PM |
|
Oct 18 |
Saginaw Valley State |
Home – Rivalry |
2:00 PM |
|
Oct 25 |
Ferris State |
Away – Anchor Bone |
1:00 PM |
|
Nov 1 |
Wayne State |
Away |
1:00 PM |
|
Nov 8 |
Michigan Tech |
Home – Homecoming |
2:00 PM |
|
Nov 15 |
Roosevelt |
Home – Senior Day |
1:00 PM |
Support the Lakers in 2025
GVSU is aiming for another standout season—fresh off impressive 11–2 records in both 2023 and 2024—under the leadership of Coach Scott Wooster, now in his third season.
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Experience the tradition, excitement, and community of Laker football—2025 awaits. Anchor Up!
