News Summary
Week 2 of the Central Florida high school football season showcased significant performances and a shifting ranking landscape. Jones High School remains unbeaten at No. 1 with a 36-0 win over Timber Creek. Edgewater High School, at No. 3, defeated NFL Academy Europe 42-7. Lake Mary and Mainland High School made strides in the rankings with narrow victories. Overall, this week highlighted the power of teamwork and individual talent across the region as teams continue to establish their standings.
Orlando, Florida — Week 2 of the Central Florida high school football season showcased impressive performances and shifts in rankings as teams continued to establish themselves in the standings. Notably, Jones High School remains unbeaten at No. 1, defeating Timber Creek 36-0, while Edgewater High School at No. 3 also improved to 2-0 with a convincing 42-7 victory over NFL Academy Europe.
The star quarterback for Jones, Dereon Coleman, a Miami commit, led his team with over 200 passing yards and three touchdown passes. The Jones defense recorded its second consecutive shutout of the season, signaling their dominance on the field.
Meanwhile, Edgewater’s senior linebacker Damian Moore was a standout player in their win, rushing for over 170 yards and scoring four touchdowns. This performance aligns with the team’s strong play, solidifying their position within the top three teams in the region.
Lake Mary and Mainland Climb the Rankings
Lake Mary High School, ranked No. 4, secured a dramatic win against Kissimmee Osceola, coming from behind to win 17-12. Junior Josh Robinson made a significant impact, returning the second-half kickoff for a 71-yard touchdown, which shifted the momentum in favor of Lake Mary.
Mainland High School made headlines as they entered the top five following a hard-fought victory over three-time defending state champion Cocoa, winning 19-14. Cocoa, who suffered their first loss of the season, dropped to No. 6 despite junior wide receiver Tank White’s impressive performance, which included two touchdowns.
Other Notable Results
Vero Beach High School, ranked No. 8, earned a 28-24 win against Gainesville Buchholz, with senior Efrem White completing 18 of 24 passes for an impressive 321 yards and three touchdowns. This victory helps Vero Beach maintain its competitive standing in the rankings.
In a noteworthy match-up, the Osceola Kowboys built an early lead of 12-3 against Lake Mary but ultimately fell to defeat. Freshman X’Zavier Corbin ranked as a standout player for the Commodores, leading his team to a 23-14 victory over Rockledge with a remarkable performance that included 245 rushing yards and two touchdowns. Additional highlights included senior athlete Marceles Carey, who led his team, the Bulldogs, to a 56-21 triumph against New Smyrna Beach, accumulating 125 rushing yards and two touchdowns.
Looking Ahead
The rankings, compiled by reporter Jeff Gardenour, provide insights into the performances of various teams from the region, with several teams ranked from 11 to 20 maintaining unbeaten records. Teams such as West Orange, Bishop Moore, Ocoee, Lake Brantley, and South Lake are among those making significant strides as the season progresses.
High school teams are affiliated with high school athletic associations or operate independently, contributing to the rich tapestry of local sports and community pride. As the season continues, fans can anticipate more exciting matchups and highlight-reel performances from these talented young athletes across Central Florida.
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Additional Resources
- SI: Central Florida High School Football Top 10 Rankings
- WESH: Friday Night Game Recaps
- MSN: High School Football Highlights
- Orange Observer: Athlete of the Week
- Gulf Coast News: Week 2 Live Scores
- Wikipedia: High School Football in the United States
- Google Search: Florida High School Football
- Google Scholar: High School Football Florida
- Encyclopedia Britannica: High School Football
- Google News: Florida High School Football
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