August 29, 2025

Orlando High School Football Season Kicks Off with Thrills

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The high school football season in Orlando began with intense matchups, featuring remarkable comebacks and high-scoring games. Lake Mary rallied from a 22-point deficit to defeat Miami Norland, while West Orange overcame early setbacks to win against Evans. Other notable games included Bishop Moore’s victory over Oviedo and Lake Brantley’s commanding win against Lyman. Despite weather-related delays affecting some matches, the excitement continues as teams showcase their talents on the field.

Orlando—The high school football season in Orlando kicked off with a burst of energy last Friday, showcasing some thrilling games that highlighted the talent and competitiveness of local teams. Several matches featured explosive scoring, with multiple teams surpassing 60 points. Weather-related delays, however, played a role in affecting gameplay across the region.

Lake Mary, ranked No. 7 in the Sentinel’s Super 16 Preseason Coaches Poll, was able to pull off a remarkable comeback against Miami Norland. Trailing 29-7 at halftime, Lake Mary rallied to secure a 30-29 victory. Senior quarterback Noah Grubbs, committed to Notre Dame, played a crucial role, throwing three touchdown passes to senior FIU commit Barrett Schulz and also contributing a rushing touchdown. The win was further solidified by senior defensive lineman Richie Crouse III, who blocked a critical 27-yard field goal attempt on the final play of the game. Additionally, senior defensive tackle Ashton Sylvain blocked an extra point earlier in the matchup, proving the team’s resilience.

In another exciting game, No. 5 West Orange faced off against No. 11 Evans and overcame an early 12-0 deficit to win 28-18. Sophomore quarterback AJ Chung emerged as a star with two touchdown passes to senior Edison Delgado. West Orange also benefitted from a defensive score by senior defensive back Dylan Hoskins, who took a fumble 40 yards to the end zone. On the other side, Evans’ junior quarterback Azariel Woods managed to throw two touchdown passes in a valiant effort.

No. 12 Bishop Moore also marked a significant victory, defeating No. 6 Oviedo in a high-scoring affair with a score of 68-35. Sophomore quarterback Blake McCullough made a strong debut, throwing four touchdown passes. Senior running back Amare’ Johnson contributed significantly with four rushing touchdowns of his own. Oviedo’s junior quarterback Sebastian Galeano had moments of success as well, connecting on two deep touchdown passes.

Lake Brantley dominated Lyman in a one-sided matchup, achieving a commanding 75-0 victory. Sophomore quarterback Jackson Stecher stood out by completing all of his passes (8-of-8) for 202 yards and four touchdowns. The team’s defense made a statement as well, scoring three touchdowns during the contest, showcasing their strength on both sides of the ball.

Jones High School put forth a strong defensive performance against Winter Park, securing a 35-0 shutout. The team’s defense was especially formidable, recording six sacks throughout the game. DJ Hicks, a transfer from Gainesville Buchholz, shined offensively, scoring two touchdowns to lead his team.

Other notable outcomes included Edgewater, ranked No. 2, achieving a decisive 65-8 victory over Wekiva, where senior quarterback Carter Emanuel threw for 140 yards, supported by senior running back Damian Moore who scored a touchdown. Other games saw Milton (GA) defeat The First Academy 24-17, South Lake win against Nature Coast Tech 27-6, Windermere beat Harmony 48-3 to maintain an 11-game win streak, Hagerty win over Lake Howell 40-21, St. Cloud triumph over Freedom 55-8, and Winter Springs shut out Pine Ridge 34-0.

Weather-related delays affected several games across the Orlando metro area, potentially shaping the outcomes and the pace of play. Despite these interruptions, the high school football season in Orlando promises more exciting matchups in the upcoming weeks as teams continue to compete and showcase their talent on the field.

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