Soo Line: Oh, Brother! No sibling rivalry on Hudson football squad—just brotherly love

By Soo Greiman  

Oh, Brother!  

No sibling rivalry on Hudson football squad—just brotherly love 

Sometimes football teams are called a brotherhood, but for this year’s Hudson Pirates,  that phrase hits a little closer to home. The 2025 roster includes no fewer than 11  brothers—actual siblings—suiting up for the same team. Among them are the Yoder  trio (Channing, Anderson and McCoy) and four sets of brothers: Payton and Jaxon  Bishop, Alston and Karson Loeb, Austin and Colton Kliegl, and Levi and Tade Roberts.  

In a high school with just 368 students, that number speaks volumes about the tight knit culture, school pride, and family support in Hudson. According to school officials,  it may be the most brothers they’ve ever seen play on a team together.  

Here’s what the boys—and brothers—had to say about sharing the field.  The Yoder Brothers  

Channing, Anderson and McCoy Yoder  

Sons of Stacey and Kevin Yoder  

Channing, 15, has played football for five years.  

“Having two brothers on the team makes a huge difference because I’m challenged  heavily by them, and they push me to be my best. Watching my older brothers  compete really drives the motivation in my heart—I want it more than anyone.”  

McCoy, 16, has played for six years.  

“The best thing is having someone to talk to and someone who can help. When I get  upset or mad, they’re there to cheer me up and stay positive.”  

Anderson, 18, has played football his whole life.  

“Having both of my brothers on the team makes me want to be the best I can be so  they have someone to look up to. The best part is battling it out at practice—then all of  us going home together after school.”  

The Loeb Brothers  

Alston and Karson Loeb  

Sons of Mandy Rokusek and Luke Loeb  

Karson, 15, has played for three years.  

“Having a brother on the team is awesome. I can ask him questions, we talk football at  home, and going to practice together is great.” 

Alston, 17, has played for 12 years.  

“The best part is sharing the same goal—winning on Friday night. Practicing against  Karson means I try extra hard not to get beat by my little brother. That rivalry adds  intensity and makes us both better.”  

The Bishop Brothers  

Payton and Jaxon Bishop  

Sons of Erin Earnest and Justin Bishop  

Payton, 17, is in his second year of football.  

“We push each other outside of school and compete even in the backyard. Now, we  fight for the same team—and it feels amazing. Beating undefeated Union was the best  moment yet.”  

Jaxon, 14, is in his first year on the team.  

“Payton is someone I look up to—and battle with every day in practice. We both want  to be better than the other.”  

The Kliegl Brothers  

Austin and Colton Kliegl  

Sons of Amy and Brian Kliegl  

Austin, 16, summed it up simply:  

“Having a brother on the team means I get to celebrate with my best friend—right there  on the field.”  

Colton, 14, has four years of football experience.  

“Yeah, it makes a difference. My brother keeps me on schedule and lets me know  what’s going on. It’s great to talk to him and know he’s there.”  

The Roberts Brothers  

Levi and Tade Roberts  

Sons of Michael and Lindsey Roberts  

Levi, 17, has played since first grade.  

“It’s great having my brother on the team. We’ve always played together in the yard  and know each other’s strengths. Last year, all three of us played together for the first  time. My favorite moment was when my younger brother ran behind us for a  touchdown.”  

Tade, 16, has played on the high school team for two years. 

“The best thing is having someone who always has my back—on and off the field. Levi  leads the defense, and I lead the offense. It’s been an awesome experience to play,  learn, celebrate, and win with him. I can’t wait to show what we can do. Go Pirates!”