FLAG FOOTBALL: Tampa Bay Flag Football Final for March 5-6, 2025

After the first two weeks of the season we realized just how much information we could pack into our Flag Football Finals from around the state. As such starting this week, we are taking on a new approach to our Flag Football Final reports by publishing regional Flag Football Final reports on Wednesday’s for games played on Monday and Tuesday, Friday’s for games played on Wednesday and Thursday while doing a final report for the week on most Saturday evenings or Sunday afternoons for games played on Friday and Saturday.

With each Flag Football Final will provide you scores from around the region with extended recaps on some of the top games and highlight top performances for each day in the report.

Coaches who would like to provide us with a detailed box score can do so by sending in your box score report using our form by clicking here.

TAMPA BAY GIRLS FLAG FOOTBALL PLAYER OF THE WEEK – WEEK 2

You can vote now though Sunday, March 9 at 11:59 p.m. ET/10:59 p.m. CT for the Tampa Bay Girls Flag Football Player of the Week for Week 2 by clicking here.

Here is who you can vote for this week:

• QB/ATH Madelyn DePetrillo, Nature Coast (Brooksville)
• R Kania Manyou, Haines City
• QB Sophia Spiegel, Land O’ Lakes
• QB Zoe Surrency, Strawberry Crest (Dover)
• QB Gabby Werr, Alonso (Tampa)

WEDNESDAY SCORES

No. 3 Robinson (Tampa) 20, No. 12 Steinbrenner (Lutz) 6

The Knights showed why they are ranked No. 3 in the Florida Top 25, overpowering the No. 12-ranked Warriors behind quarterback Haidyn Spano, who completed 20-of-30 passes for 216 yards and three touchdowns. Sarah Williams led the receiving corps with six catches for 64 yards and two touchdowns, while Izzy Harris added a 14-yard touchdown reception. Jasmyn Mitchner contributed 69 receiving yards and 20 rushing yards, helping maintain offensive momentum. On defense, Spano secured an interception, and Paige Halverson recorded a sack. The Warriors fought hard with quarterback KK Ramsey throwing for 224 yards and a touchdown. Berkley Demeter caught the lone touchdown and added 34 receiving yards. Despite Olivia D’Elia leading with eight flag pulls, Steinbrenner couldn’t slow Robinson’s balanced attack.

Got to travel up to Lutz last night and face @SteinbrennerFFB
Coach Puskas and the Warrior staff were great hosts that made for a fun atmosphere. We were able to grab a couple of wins. JV gets a little game break but Varsity is right back at it with 3 tough games this weekend. #X

— RobinsonFlagFootball (@RobinsonFlag) March 6, 2025

Hernando (Brooksville) 33, Springstead (Spring Hill) 27 (2OT)

The Leopards edged the Eagles in a double-overtime thriller, with quarterback Carlie Grant completing 14-of-18 passes for 153 yards and five touchdowns. Alexis Sway delivered a standout performance, catching six passes for 53 yards and four touchdowns, while Kenderlyn Hart added a 20-yard touchdown reception. On defense, Aajyrah Adams, Savanna Condron, and Hart each recorded an interception to secure the win. The Eagles responded with A. Osborne completing 18-of-29 passes for 123 yards and four touchdowns. Alisha Soults, Ivanna Edwards, and Willow Oliver each found the end zone, but despite Amanda Soults’s 10 flag pulls and four sacks, Springstead fell short in double overtime.

Nature Coast (Brooksville) 34, River Ridge (New Port Richey) 0

The Sharks overwhelmed the Royal Knights with a balanced offensive attack led by quarterback Madelyn DePetrillo, who completed 21-of-33 passes for 244 yards and four touchdowns. Gabriella Dross was a key target, catching three passes for 43 yards and two touchdowns, while Athena Brown, Karli Berton, and Emma Brown each added a touchdown reception. The defense was anchored by Dakota Francesco, who recorded a sack and an interception, and Lainee Tackett, who added a pass deflection. The Sharks’ pressure was relentless, keeping the Royal Knights off the scoreboard.

Newsome (Lithia) 12, Plant (Tampa) 7

The Wolves took down the Panthers with Sadie Avery completing 21-of-37 passes for 204 yards and two touchdowns. Julia Szucs and Zolene Ansah each found the end zone, with Ansah leading the team with 43 receiving yards on five catches. Avery Michiels anchored the defense with two sacks, and Emma Cleary added an interception. Plant quarterback Reese Pittman completed 15-of-34 passes for 69 yards and a touchdown to Ally Martin, who led the Panthers with 26 receiving yards. Despite strong defensive efforts from Melina Torres and Cambria Kuipers, the Panthers fell short in the end.

Sunlake (Land O’ Lakes) 29, North Tampa Christian 0

The Seahawks controlled the game against the Titans, led by quarterback Kate Smith, who completed 15-of-21 passes for 171 yards and four touchdowns while adding 32 rushing yards. Reese Gerhart was a standout, hauling in six passes for 99 yards and two touchdowns. Miley Falby contributed with a touchdown reception and 26 receiving yards, while Leia Pennycooke added 28 yards and a touchdown. On defense, Kennedy Schaer recorded five flag pulls and an interception, while Charlotte Stryker led the pass rush with five sacks, keeping the Titans’ offense at bay.

Classical Prep (Shady Hills) 21, Anclote (Holiday) 6

Davenport 32, Lake Region (Eagle Lake) 0

East Lake (Tarpon Springs) 32, Largo 0

Osceola (Seminole) 7, Palm Harbor University 0

Tampa Catholic 19, Sickles (Tampa) 0

Tarpon Springs 6, Countryside (Clearwater) 0

Winthrop College Prep (Riverview) 41, Riverview Academy (Riverview) 0

SCORES NOT REPORTED

Pinellas Park (Largo) at Boca Ciega (Gulfport)

WEDNESDAY TOP PERFORMANCES

DB Melina Torres, Plant (Tampa), Jr. – Recorded five flag pulls and an interception in a 12-7 loss to Newsome.

LB Avery Michiels, Newsome (Lithia), Sr. – Recorded two sacks for nine yards in a 12-7 win over Plant.

LB Charlotte Stryker, Sunlake (Land O’ Lakes), Fr. – Registered five sacks, leading a strong defensive performance in a 29-0 win.

LB Dakota Francesco, Nature Coast Tech (Brooksville), Jr. – Recorded a sack and an interception, added three flag pulls in a 34-0 win over River Ridge.

LB Kennedy Vann, Winthrop College Prep (Riverview), Fr. – Recorded two sacks and three flag pulls in a 41-0 win over Riverview Academy.

QB Kate Smith, Sunlake (Land O’ Lakes), So. – Completed 15-of-21 passes for 171 yards and four touchdowns, rushed for 32 yards in a 29-0 win over North Tampa Christian Academy.

QB Madelyn DePetrillo, Nature Coast Tech (Brooksville), Jr. – Completed 21-of-33 passes for 244 yards and four touchdowns in a 34-0 win over River Ridge.

QB Reese Pittman, Plant (Tampa), So. – Completed 15-of-34 passes for 69 yards and a touchdown in a 12-7 loss to Newsome.

QB/DB Haidyn Spano, Robinson (Tampa), Sr. – Completed 20-of-30 passes for 216 yards and three touchdowns, added seven flag pulls and an interception in a 20-6 win over Steinbrenner.

QB/LB Sadie Avery, Newsome (Lithia), Jr. – Completed 21-of-37 passes for 204 yards and two touchdowns, rushed for 19 yards in a 12-7 win over Plant.

QB/WR/DB Addisson Osborne, Springstead (Spring Hill), Jr. – Completed 18-of-29 passes for 123 yards and four touchdowns in a 33-27 double-overtime loss to Hernando.

QB/WR/DB KK Ramsey, Steinbrenner (Lutz), So. – Threw for 224 yards and a touchdown while adding five flag pulls in a 20-6 loss to Robinson.

QB/WR/RB Carlie Grant, Hernando (Brooksville), So. – Completed 14-of-18 passes for 153 yards and five touchdowns, rushed for 32 yards and added a flag pull in a 33-27 double-overtime win over Springstead.

R/LB Amanda Soults, Springstead (Spring Hill), So. – Led the defense with 10 flag pulls, four sacks, and three quarterback hurries in a 33-27 double-overtime loss to Hernando.

WR Reese Gerhart, Sunlake (Land O’ Lakes), Fr. – Caught six passes for 99 yards and two touchdowns, added three flag pulls in a 29-0 win.

WR/DB Carma Tridico, Classical Prep (Shady Hills), So. – Recorded six flag pulls and six sacks on defense in a 21-6 win over Anclote.

WR/LB Kenderlyn Hart, Hernando (Brooksville), Fr. – Caught seven passes for 102 yards and a touchdown, recorded five flag pulls and an interception in a 33-27 double-overtime win over Springstead.

WR/LB Sarah Williams, Robinson (Tampa), So. – Caught six passes for 64 yards and two touchdowns, recorded six flag pulls in a 20-6 win over Steinbrenner.

WR/RB/R Alexis Sway, Hernando (Brooksville), So. – Caught six passes for 53 yards and four touchdowns, added four flag pulls in a 33-27 double-overtime win over Springstead.

THURSDAY SCORES

No. 2 Lennard (Ruskin) 28, Riverview (Riverview) 7

The No. 2-ranked Longhorns cruised past the Sharks as Sydney Elizondo threw four touchdown passes, including two to Kaya Bonner-Rivera, keeping Lennard undefeated this season. The Longhorns showcased why they are among Florida’s best with a balanced attack and strong defensive performance.

Varsity stays perfect with a win over RVHS and JV goes to 5-1. We are at one buc place
Tomorrow at 4:30 for round one of the she is football in season tournament !! #UNFINISHEDBUSINESS @FlaHSFootball @Biggamebobby @Andy_Villamarzo @SouthShorePreps pic.twitter.com/w2MWtYafDA

— Lennard Flag Football (@LonghornsFlagFB) March 7, 2025

Dunedin 7, Hollins (St. Petersburg) 0

The Falcons edged the Royals as Erionna Henry went 13-of-20 passing for 111 yards and a touchdown. Emmorie Barnes scored the game’s only touchdown while contributing five sacks and six flag pulls on defense. Samayah Barnes added 31 rushing yards and an interception, playing a key role in the Falcons’ defensive pressure. Dunedin’s defense stepped up with critical flag pulls and a game-sealing sack in the final minutes. Effective special teams play helped the Falcons win the field position battle, while the offense maintained composure under pressure, converting key downs to maintain their slim lead.

East Bay (Gibsonton) 33, Freedom (Tampa) 0

The Indians powered past the Patriots with a strong performance from Victoria Whitfield, who went 10-of-15 passing for 149 yards and two touchdowns. Ny’Ashia Edwards added 49 passing yards and a touchdown on 8-of-11 passing, contributing to East Bay’s dynamic offense. Jazalyn Baluja was a standout with seven receptions for 98 yards and two touchdowns, while also recording eight sacks and 10 flag pulls on defense. Aubrey Barak added four receptions for 52 yards and a touchdown, and Chanelle Garcia contributed a receiving touchdown and a sack. The Indians’ defense was stifling, with Jayla Jackson grabbing two interceptions and adding five flag pulls. Consistent pressure from the defensive line, including four sacks from Mariah Sanchez, helped East Bay maintain control throughout the game.

JV FINAL | East Bay 26, Freedom 0
Varsity FINAL | East Bay 33, Freedom 0

📸 – @captur_dEvents #WEWILL pic.twitter.com/YSWG2lCeXm

— East Bay HS Flag Football (@eastbayflag) March 7, 2025

Strawberry Crest (Dover) 21, Durant (Plant City) 0

The Chargers shut out the Cougars as Zoe Surrency went 20-of-30 passing for 164 yards and two touchdowns. Nasma Ador contributed on both sides of the ball, rushing for a touchdown, recording a sack, and securing an interception. Riley Clark led the receiving corps with six receptions for 42 yards and a touchdown, while Juliana Kelly added a three-yard touchdown catch. Blaklee House made an impact with three flag pulls, and Sonnie Hartman stood out on defense with two interceptions for 17 yards. Strawberry Crest’s defense limited Durant to just 35 passing yards, forcing five interceptions and keeping the Cougars off the scoreboard. The Chargers’ balanced offensive attack and relentless defense secured the shutout victory.

Chargers go on the road and pick up a win against Durant. Great job ladies! Back to the lab tomorrow! pic.twitter.com/mURTSk9Tq3

— Strawberry Crest Flag Football (@SCHSFlag) March 7, 2025

Auburndale 31, Discovery (Lake Alfred) 0

Bartow 20, Frostproof 0

Bell Creek Academy (Riverview) 14, Foundation Christian (Valrico) 0

Brooks-DeBartolo (Tampa) 7, Bishop McLaughlin (Spring Hill) 0

Carrollwood Day (Tampa) 18, Keswick Christian (St. Petersburg) 12

Citrus (Inverness) 8, Lecanto 6

East Lake (Tarpon Springs) 12, Seminole (Seminole) 7

Haines City 26, Plant City 7

Jefferson (Tampa) 20, Gaither (Tampa) 0

Lakewood (St. Petersburg) 31, Indian Rocks Christian (Largo) 6

Ridgeview Global Studies (Davenport) 13, Ridge Community (Davenport) 0

Wharton (Tampa) 6, Hillsborough (Tampa) 0

SCORES NOT REPORTED

Crystal River at Central (Brooksville)

THURSDAY’S TOP PERFORMANCES

DB Jayla Jackson, East Bay (Gibsonton), Jr. – Recorded two interceptions for 42 yards, had five flag pulls, and returned three punts for 12 yards in a 33-0 win over Freedom (Tampa).

LB Janesa Richardson, Auburndale, Sr. – Recorded three flag pulls and two sacks in a 31-0 win over Discovery.

LB Mariah Sanchez, East Bay (Gibsonton), Sr. – Contributed four sacks and five flag pulls in a 33-0 win over Freedom.

LB Sonnie Hartman, Strawberry Crest (Dover), Jr. – Intercepted two passes for 17 yards, recorded one pass deflection, and had one flag pull in a 21-0 win over Durant.

LB/RB Jazalyn Baluja, East Bay (Gibsonton), Jr. – Caught seven passes for 98 yards and two touchdowns, recorded eight sacks, and had 10 flag pulls in a 33-0 win over Freedom.

QB Erionna Henry, Dunedin, So. – Went 13-of-20 passing for 111 yards and a touchdown in a 7-0 win over Hollins.

QB Jakara Holland, Auburndale, Sr. – Went 5-of-9 passing for 38 yards and three touchdowns in a 31-0 win over Discovery.

QB Madisyn McDonnell, Ridgeview Global Studies (Davenport), 7th – Went 15-of-27 passing for 166 yards and one touchdown in a 13-0 win over Ridge Community.

QB Sydney Elizondo, Lennard (Ruskin), Jr. – Threw 4 touchdown passes in a 28-7 win over Riverview (Riverview).

QB Victoria Whitfield, East Bay (Gibsonton), So. – Went 10-of-15 passing for 149 yards and two touchdowns in a 33-0 win over Freedom (Tampa).

QB Zoe Surrency, Strawberry Crest (Dover), So. – Went 20-of-30 passing for 164 yards and two touchdowns in a 21-0 win over Durant.

RB Christianelle Rebarchek, Auburndale, Sr. – Rushed for 23 yards and a touchdown on two carries, caught three passes for 23 yards and two touchdowns, and scored 13 total points in a 31-0 win over Discovery.

RB Gracie Fahy, Ridgeview Global Studies (Davenport), Fr. – Caught five passes for 100 yards and one touchdown, rushed for four yards on two carries, and had eight flag pulls in a 13-0 win over Ridge Community.

RB/WR Emmorie Barnes, Dunedin, So. – Scored a touchdown, recorded five sacks, and had six flag pulls on defense in a 7-0 win over Hollins.

RB/WR Nasma Ador, Strawberry Crest (Dover), Jr. – Rushed for a touchdown, recorded one sack, had one interception, and one flag pull in a 21-0 win over Durant.

WR Kaya Bonner-Rivera, Lennard (Ruskin), Fr. – Caught 2 touchdown passes in a 28-7 win over Riverview (Riverview).

WR/DB Jihanna Ahmetaj, Ridgeview Global Studies (Davenport), Fr. – Recorded eight flag pulls, an interception for 30 yards, and added a punt return for 10 yards in a 13-0 win over Ridge Community.

WR/LB Aubrey Barak, East Bay (Gibsonton), Sr. – Had four receptions for 52 yards and a touchdown, recorded two flag pulls, and intercepted a pass for six yards in a 33-0 win over Freedom (Tampa).