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Central Florida high school football teams are gearing up for the preseason Kickoff Classic games on August 14 and 15. Featured matchups include IMG Academy facing The First Academy, and Seminole squaring off against defending state runner-up Jones. With enthusiasm building across the region, coaches and players are preparing for the upcoming season, which kicks off on August 22. Local media will provide extensive coverage of the games and players to watch, reflecting the vibrant football culture in Central Florida.
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Central Florida high school football teams are gearing up for the upcoming preseason Kickoff Classic games set to take place on August 14 and 15. These games will serve as a preliminary round before the official regular season commences on August 22.
The Kickoff Classic games, although not contributing to team records, will feature several teams renowned within Florida. This year’s noteworthy matchups include IMG Academy, a prestigious boarding school based in Bradenton, facing The First Academy in Orlando on August 14. The First Academy had a successful season last year with a 9-1 record, although they had to forfeit all victories due to violations of Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) rules.
On August 16, the anticipation builds as Seminole will square off against defending Class 4A state runner-up Jones at Camping World Stadium in Orlando. This game will highlight prominent players, including quarterback Dereon Coleman, who is committed to the University of Miami, and receiver Larry Miles, who is set to play for the University of Nebraska. The Seminole team, noted for its strong defense, recorded a 10-2 season last year, boasting standout linebacker Rasheem Turner Jr., committed to Arkansas State.
Additional exciting matchups scheduled for the Kickoff Classic include Lake Mary visiting Oviedo and Kissimmee Osceola competing against Daytona Beach Mainland on August 15. All games are set to begin at 7 p.m., with a few earlier games scheduled.
Participating schools come from Seminole, Volusia, Lake, and Flagler counties, indicating a robust turnout and enthusiasm for high school football across the region. Coaches and players maintain a high level of eagerness and preparation as they look towards the season’s start, reflecting the vibrant football culture within Central Florida.
The upcoming season sees several schools welcoming new head coaches, with Lake Brantley and The Master’s Academy among them. Noteworthy teams like Chaminade-Madonna and St. Thomas Aquinas are also ramping up their training, readying themselves for the challenges of their respective seasons with valuable returning players.
The extensive coverage from local media will include thorough previews and highlights of media days, ensuring that fans remain well-informed about their teams and the players to watch this football season. As the Kickoff Classic approaches, the Central Florida football community is buzzing with anticipation and hope for a successful upcoming season.
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- SI: Central Florida Preseason Kickoff Classic Schedule
- FloridaHSFootball: Central Florida Kickoff Classics Schedule
- WESH: Friday Night Hits – High School Football Season
- On3: Preseason Florida High School Football Top 25 Rankings
- Mainstreet Daily News: Ridaught Storylines for 2025 High School Football Media Day
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