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He is a good guy. We have met up at the State Title games twice since 2015. I have also taken in a Deerfield Beach/Atlantic playoff game and a Dillard/Hallandale game with him when I was visiting my sister in South Florida. 

I was wondering the same thing! I truly enjoyed my conversations with Broward. 

No, unfortunately he is not. I had a long talk with him but out of respect for his privacy, cannot disclose the details. 

Is he still on this site?

You bring up some VERY valid points; however, keep in mind that Lakewood had players suspended due to a brawl a few weeks ago. Gibbs has gotten better since getting annihilated by Tampa Catholic in week 1.  Gibbs won't come close to beating Lake Gibson though.

...observations
Bishop Verot proves it is for real in 4A with tight win over AH Delray.. Cocoa offense puts up 44 points 2nd week in a row.  Bloomingdale proves it is for real with win over TB tech. Dwyer's offense is putting up some gaudy numbers. Dillard's win over Western keeps looking better, as Western beats undefeated Plantation.   Riverview takes out Manatee after being upset by Newsome last week...so much parity in 8A.

South Florida
7ADoral Academy(8-1) @ 3AChaminade-Madonna((5-2)     C-M won 41-5 last year.
American Heritage Plantation(6-2) @ Miami Jackson(4-3) in a 5AD16 matchup.     AHP has won the last 5 meetings, including a 47-9 win last season.
5ABooker T Washington(4-4) @ 6ACarol City(7-0)   BTW has won 8 of the 9 last meetings.  Carol City won last season 39-7
Miami Central(7-1) @ Northwestern(3-4) in a 6AD16 matchup.   These 2 teams have each won 9 of their past 18 meetings.  NW has won the past 3, including a 21-7 regular season win and 24-18 playoff win last season.  
South Dade(7-0) @ Miami Palmetto(6-1) in a 8AD16 matchup.     South Dade has won 11 of the past 14 meetings.  Palmetto has won the past 2, including a 17-7 win last season.
Southridge(5-2) @ Homestead(5-2) in a 8AD16 matchup.     Southridge has won 10 of the past 14 meetings, including a 41-12 win last season.
Charlotte(6-1) @ Cape Coral(5-2) in 1 6AD10 matchup.     Charlotte has won the last 5 meetings, including a 37-12 win last season.
7AKathleen(4-3) @ 6ALehigh(5-1)     Kathleen won 28-12 last season.
 
Central Florida
3AClearwater Central Catholic(8-0) @ 5ATampa Jesuit(7-0)     CCC won meetings in 2013 and 2014.
Bloomingdale(7-0) @ Plant City(7-1) in a 7AD9 matchup.    Plant City has won 3 of the past 5 meetings.  Bloomingdale won last year 36-29.
Wesley Chapel(5-3) @ Zephyrhills(7-0) in a 5AD8 matchup that will likely decide the district champion.  Zephyrhills has won the past 7 meetings, including a 28-6 win last season.
Sebring(6-1) @ Lake Wales(6-1) in a 6AD8 matchup.     Sebring has won their last 3 meetings, including a 31-14 win last season.  Lake Wales last won this matchup in 2009.  
Winter Park(7-1) @ Boone(4-2) in a 8AD3 matchup that will likely decide the district champion.  Each team has won 7 of their past 14 meetings, and most of those games have been close.  Winter Park won 27-7 last season.
Deland(6-1) vs Palm Coast(7-1) in a 8AD1 matchup. FPC has won 6 of the past 11 meetings, including the past 3.  FPC won 38-16 last season.
7ABartram Trail(5-2) @ 4ACocoa(5-2)     Cocoa won 38-21 last year.
Merritt Island(4-3) @ Rockledge(6-1) in a 5AD14 matchup. Rockledge won 37-14 last season.  Merritt Island won the 9 meetings prior to that.
  
North Florida
7ALincoln(4-2) @ 6AEscambia(6-1)     Lincoln won 28-20 last year in Tallahassee.
6APine Forest(5-2) @ 5AGodby(6-0)     These two teams split playoff games played in 1999 and 2004.
Mainland(5-3) @ New Smyrna Beach(6-1) in a 6AD13 matchup that will likely decide the district champion.  Mainland has won the last 5 meetings, including a 65-0 win last season.
Fletcher(6-1) @ Columbia(6-1) in a 7AD2 matchup.     Columbia has won the last 3 recent meetings, including a 42-27 win last season.
Trinity Christian(8-0) @ Ponte Vedra(6-1) in a 5AD4 matchup. TC won 21-3 last year in the only meeting between these 2 programs.
1AMadison County(6-1) @ 2AUniversity Christian(5-2)     Madison County won 37-14 last year at Boot Hill.
Oakleaf(4-3) @ Buchholz(5-2) in a 7AD3 matchup.     Buchholz leads this series 3-2 and won last year 25-22 in OT.  4 of the 5 games have been decided by a TD or less. 

Wheww! Week #8 is here and the playoff picture is slowly coming into view.  Here's my top teams in 3A going into week 8:

#1) Clearwater Central Catholic (defeated FAMU DRS 49-6):  Consistent Central Catholic, despite playing good opponents in the first 2 of 3 weeks and a soft next 4 weeks the results have all been the same, CCC by 20+. The 21 point win over Berkeley Prep is looking more impressive each week. CCC's schedule picks up quickly now. CCC hosts Calvary Christian and D-1 QB prospect Harold Cook this week, but then travels to Tampa Jesuit (who just beat Kissimmee Osceola) and Cardinal Mooney (Probable top 50 team in Florida by week 10). 

#2) Chaminade-Madonna (Bye Week): The Lions are still the favorite to win 3A, but the finish to the regular season and playoff run could be a bit bumpier than last season. The Lions had a good week off to allow John Dunmore's high ankle sprain to heal and Willie Davis's thigh to heal.  My understanding is that CM is healthy and ready to rumble to finish the season.  A trip to Miami Booker T. looms large for the Lions, but they're catching Booker T. at the right time. The Tornadoes are exhausted from a grueling schedule. Chaminade should be fine until the inevitable brawl in week 11 against Class 4A power, University School.

#3) American Heritage Delray (Lost to University School 50-14):  I can't, in good faith- drop AHD for losing to the #1 team in 4A despite having played a good schedule and going undefeated up until that game. I gave Chaminade the same benefit when they lost to Deerfield. Yes, I'm aware CM only lost by 3 and AHD lost by a lot more, but they still have high quality wins over Pace, Belen Jesuit and Pensacola Catholic. Questions will rise about the offense, but the Stallions were no doubt worn down from the previously weeks game at Pensacola Catholic.  AHD is still a very strong football team and won't have long to lick their wounds as a good Bishop Verot team comes into town this week. A win here will get the Stallions back on track.

#4) King's Academy (defeated Pine Credt 48-6): QB Justin Wake and crew are having a spectacular season at 6-0. Wake has thrown for just over 1000 yards and rushed for just under 500 yards. RB Presley Almond has already rushed for over 800 yards.  The Lions haven't played the most difficult schedule this far- at this time, they've only defeated one team with a winning record and haven't played a ranked team, still- until somebody else gets a significant win, it's hard to drop them. Rivalry game vs Benjamin should be a classic in a few weeks.

#5) Sarasota Cardinal Mooney (defeated Bradenton Southeast 30-20):  It was a very close call between Cardinal Mooney, Baldwin, Benjamin, Orlando TFA and Florida High this week for the #5 spot; however, I'm giving it to the Cougars by a sliver over Florida High/Benjamin after a solid performance/win over Southeast. Paul Mechlete has done such a fantastic job with this group that I believe it's time they got nod. Mooney has a very interesting game in 2 weeks against a tough 5-2 Avon Park team.

#6) Florida High
#7) Benjamin
#8) Baldwin
#9)Orlando TFA
#10) Berkeley Prep

GAMES OF THE WEEK:

Chaminade Madonna at Booker T. Washington:

The defending state champions scored a very impressive win last year over the Tornadoes en route to the Class 3A State Championship. The Tornadoes have played one of the toughest schedules in the state and are likely to make a strong run in the 4A playoffs. Chaminade might be 4-2, but those 2 losses came to American Heritage Plantation and Deerfield Beach, 2 of the states best.  Booker T. might be 4-3, but those 3 losses have come to Miami Central, Miami Northeastern and Miami Columbus.    Chaminade, FWIW, defeated Columbus 10-7 in 1 half of play back in the kickoff classic, although comparing one half of a kickoff class vs a 4 quarter week 5 game is difficult.

PREDICTION: Booker T. has some quality wins: Coral Gables, Edison, Southridge and Dillard- but upsetting the Lions would be the biggest win of the season. Chaminade has hit the accelerator much like they did in 2017 after losing to AH-P and blew by everybody remaining on their schedule and didn't encounter resistance until the state finals.  I expect this to be a very competitive game for 3 quarters, but Chaminade just has a bit more in the tank thanks to having a bye week to get healthy.

Chaminade 27, Miami Booker T. 14

Tampa Berkeley Prep vs Mitchell (Pasco County)

Don't look now, but Berkeley superstar QB Joshua Youngblood looks to be unstoppable. His dominating performance against Miami Edison last week helped the Bucs win 21-20.  Mitchell is a strong football program located in Pasco County and has been one of the Tampa Bay teams of note in recent years. This version of the Mustangs is off to a 5-1 start.  Mitchell won 12-9 last year in Pasco.

PREDICTION: Youngblood, Harrell and a rapidly improving/hungry Buccaneers team gets revenge at home.

Berkeley Prep 24, Mitchell 10

Clearwater Central Catholic vs Calvary Christian (Clearwater)

The word around Pinellas county this year has been that Calvary Christian is on the verge of becoming a powerhouse now that Reggie Crume is the HC. They've consistently been able to sway prospects from CCC's direction and grab big time prospects from Hillsborough and Pasco counties. Still, the Warriors are sitting at 3-3 and face something akin of a must win game with Ocala Trinity Catholic and St. Pete Catholic within striking distance to steal the Warriors playoff spot.

PREDICTION:  CCC was banged up earlier this year and has been in no rush to bring back any of their players- even if it means dropping a game. Calvary is akin to the boastful teenager on twitter telling the world how great he is.  CCC is a wiley veteran who knows the race is a marathon and that what happens in the playoffs is more important than the regular season. Calvary has D-1 prospects littered on the field, but it just won't be enough- even if the Marauders are banged up.

CCC 45,  Calvary 20

OTHER GAMES OF NOTE:
Wakulla over Florida High by 3
Tampa Catholic over Cypress Creek by 42
Cardinal Mooney over First Baptist by 28
AFA over St. Pete Catholic by 14
Frostproof over Lakeland Christian by 7
Baldwin over Englewood by 28
Ft. White over Union County by 21
Benjamin over CCA by 35
King's Academy over Gulliver Prep by 28


 

Wheww! Week #8 is here and the playoff picture is slowly coming into view.  Here's my top teams in 3A going into week 8:

#1) Clearwater Central Catholic (defeated FAMU DRS 49-6):  Consistent Central Catholic, despite playing good opponents in the first 2 of 3 weeks and a soft next 4 weeks the results have all been the same, CCC by 20+. The 21 point win over Berkeley Prep is looking more impressive each week. CCC's schedule picks up quickly now. CCC hosts Calvary Christian and D-1 QB prospect Harold Cook this week, but then travels to Tampa Jesuit (who just beat Kissimmee Osceola) and Cardinal Mooney (Probable top 50 team in Florida by week 10). 

#2) Chaminade-Madonna (Bye Week): The Lions are still the favorite to win 3A, but the finish to the regular season and playoff run could be a bit bumpier than last season. The Lions had a good week off to allow John Dunmore's high ankle sprain to heal and Willie Davis's thigh to heal.  My understanding is that CM is healthy and ready to rumble to finish the season.  A trip to Miami Booker T. looms large for the Lions, but they're catching Booker T. at the right time. The Tornadoes are exhausted from a grueling schedule. Chaminade should be fine until the inevitable brawl in week 11 against Class 4A power, University School.

#3) American Heritage Delray (Lost to University School 50-14):  I can't, in good faith- drop AHD for losing to the #1 team in 4A despite having played a good schedule and going undefeated up until that game. I gave Chaminade the same benefit when they lost to Deerfield. Yes, I'm aware CM only lost by 3 and AHD lost by a lot more, but they still have high quality wins over Pace, Belen Jesuit and Pensacola Catholic. Questions will rise about the offense, but the Stallions were no doubt worn down from the previously weeks game at Pensacola Catholic.  AHD is still a very strong football team and won't have long to lick their wounds as a good Bishop Verot team comes into town this week. A win here will get the Stallions back on track.

#4) King's Academy (defeated Pine Credt 48-6): QB Justin Wake and crew are having a spectacular season at 6-0. Wake has thrown for just over 1000 yards and rushed for just under 500 yards. RB Presley Almond has already rushed for over 800 yards.  The Lions haven't played the most difficult schedule this far- at this time, they've only defeated one team with a winning record and haven't played a ranked team, still- until somebody else gets a significant win, it's hard to drop them. Rivalry game vs Benjamin should be a classic in a few weeks.

#5) Sarasota Cardinal Mooney (defeated Bradenton Southeast 30-20):  It was a very close call between Cardinal Mooney, Baldwin, Benjamin, Orlando TFA and Florida High this week for the #5 spot; however, I'm giving it to the Cougars by a sliver over Florida High/Benjamin after a solid performance/win over Southeast. Paul Mechlete has done such a fantastic job with this group that I believe it's time they got nod. Mooney has a very interesting game in 2 weeks against a tough 5-2 Avon Park team.

#6) Florida High
#7) Benjamin
#8) Baldwin
#9)Orlando TFA
#10) Berkeley Prep

GAMES OF THE WEEK:

Chaminade Madonna at Booker T. Washington:

The defending state champions scored a very impressive win last year over the Tornadoes en route to the Class 3A State Championship. The Tornadoes have played one of the toughest schedules in the state and are likely to make a strong run in the 4A playoffs. Chaminade might be 4-2, but those 2 losses came to American Heritage Plantation and Deerfield Beach, 2 of the states best.  Booker T. might be 4-3, but those 3 losses have come to Miami Central, Miami Northeastern and Miami Columbus.    Chaminade, FWIW, defeated Columbus 10-7 in 1 half of play back in the kickoff classic, although comparing one half of a kickoff class vs a 4 quarter week 5 game is difficult.

PREDICTION: Booker T. has some quality wins: Coral Gables, Edison, Southridge and Dillard- but upsetting the Lions would be the biggest win of the season. Chaminade has hit the accelerator much like they did in 2017 after losing to AH-P and blew by everybody remaining on their schedule and didn't encounter resistance until the state finals.  I expect this to be a very competitive game for 3 quarters, but Chaminade just has a bit more in the tank thanks to having a bye week to get healthy.

Chaminade 27, Miami Booker T. 14

Tampa Berkeley Prep vs Mitchell (Pasco County)

Don't look now, but Berkeley superstar QB Joshua Youngblood looks to be unstoppable. His dominating performance against Miami Edison last week helped the Bucs win 21-20.  Mitchell is a strong football program located in Pasco County and has been one of the Tampa Bay teams of note in recent years. This version of the Mustangs is off to a 5-1 start.  Mitchell won 12-9 last year in Pasco.

PREDICTION: Youngblood, Harrell and a rapidly improving/hungry Buccaneers team gets revenge at home.

Berkeley Prep 24, Mitchell 10

Clearwater Central Catholic vs Calvary Christian (Clearwater)

The word around Pinellas county this year has been that Calvary Christian is on the verge of becoming a powerhouse now that Reggie Crume is the HC. They've consistently been able to sway prospects from CCC's direction and grab big time prospects from Hillsborough and Pasco counties. Still, the Warriors are sitting at 3-3 and face something akin of a must win game with Ocala Trinity Catholic and St. Pete Catholic within striking distance to steal the Warriors playoff spot.

PREDICTION:  CCC was banged up earlier this year and has been in no rush to bring back any of their players- even if it means dropping a game. Calvary is akin to the boastful teenager on twitter telling the world how great he is.  CCC is a wiley veteran who knows the race is a marathon and that what happens in the playoffs is more important than the regular season. Calvary has D-1 prospects littered on the field, but it just won't be enough- even if the Marauders are banged up.

CCC 45,  Calvary 20

OTHER GAMES OF NOTE:
Wakulla over Florida High by 3
Tampa Catholic over Cypress Creek by 42
Cardinal Mooney over First Baptist by 28
AFA over St. Pete Catholic by 14
Frostproof over Lakeland Christian by 7
Baldwin over Englewood by 28
Ft. White over Union County by 21
Benjamin over CCA by 35
King's Academy over Gulliver Prep by 28


 

Bishop Verot lost to Cardinal Mooney who is their big rival.  Bishop Verot will be tested over the next few weeks: American Heritage Delray and Tampa Catholic.

Chaminade defeated Booker T. last year. I think that was the game the Booker T. QB got hurt and Chaminade pulled away since the Tornados offense went into the toilet after he went out.  I just can't see this Booker T. team hanging with Chaminade, even if it's played in Miami.

Cardinal Gibbons vs AH-P should be another really good one!

Jesuit 21 Osceola 7 - respect?
Fort Meade 21 Avon Park 14 - throw out record books when two Heartland teams play
Lake Wales 20 Winter Haven 14 - Lake Wales is back! Showdown with Sebring is coming!
I feel bad for some of y'alls pickems.
 

1.  Lakeland  6-0
2.  Tampa Bay Tech  5-0
3.  Venice  4-1
4.  Pinellas Park  5-0
5.  Armwood  4-1
6.  Plant  4-1
7.  Plant City  6-0
8.  Clearwater Central Catholic  6-0
9.  Hardee  5-0
10. Jesuit  5-0
11. Braden River  3-2
12.  Manatee  4-2
13.  Cardinal Mooney  5-0
14.  Palmetto  4-2
15.  Sarasota Riverview  4-2
16.  Berkley Prep  3-2
17.  Sebring  4-1
18.  Lake Wales  4-1
19.  Bloomingdale  5-0
20.  Tampa Catholic  3-2
HM:  Avon Park 5-1; Winter Haven 4-1; St. Pete 4-2
 

This is going to be a long post since I'm going to do a regional review of Class 3A.  It will probably be broken up into 2 posts.

First, old business- here's meh Class 3A Top 10 going into week 6. Throw out the old rankings: We re-evaluated each team based on their individual merits, compared key wins and losses and also looked at overall strength of schedule. In other words, just because a team is undefeated doesn't mean they're a top ranked team, or just because a team has 2 losses doesn't mean they're out of the top. We also compared injuries and added a small pinch of looking at the forthcoming schedule.

#1) Clearwater Central Catholic (6-0)
#2) Chaminade-Madonna (4-2)
#3) American Heritage Delray (5-0)
#4) King's Academy  (6-0)
#5) Florida High School (5-1)
#6) Sarasota Cardinal Mooney (5-0)
#7) Benjamin School (6-0)
#8) Baldwin (5-0)
#9) Tampa Berkeley Prep (3-2)
#10) Orlando First Academy (5-0)

REGION 1:
At the start of the season many (myself included) felt that Florida High School would be the favorite to represent the north of Class 3A. Little has happened to change anybodies mind; however, Baldwin is playing at a very high level right now and will be a significant challenge for the Seminoles.  Florida High is still the most complete team in the region. Ft. White, despite being bitten by the injury bug- is still playing quality football and can make some noise with a win over Dixie County in coming weeks.  St. Joseph Academy is currently sitting at 6-0, but haven't played a quality team, still- this is a remarkable improvement.

Don't sleep on Pensacola Catholic who is sitting at 3-3 but has played a competitive schedule thus far.   I think Florida High and Baldwin are on a collision course in the Regional Finals, but there will be some excellent games in the first 2 rounds as well.

REGION 2:
No region was more impacted by Oxbridge Academy disbanding football than Region 2. Three teams sit atop the region heads and shoulders above everybody else. Orlando First Academy, Cardinal Newman and West Palm Beach King's Academy. Both King's and Orlando TFA are 6-0 and Newman is right behind them at 5-1. Of all the teams, Newman has played the toughest schedule and will probably end up playing the toughest schedule (Glades Central, Pahokee).   King's has a rivalry game against Benjamin remaining down the road. Orlando TFA plays a good Trinity Catholic team.

Melbourne Central Catholic could play spoiler, but their body of work hasn't shown it yet. They have 2 blowout losses on the books including a merciless 41-0 loss to Tampa Catholic at home.

I'm going with Orlando First Academy and Cardinal Newman meeting in the regional finals.

REGION 3:
This used to be one of the most competitive regions not just in 3A, but in the entire state; however, in recent years it's become CCC and everybody else and 2018 is no different.  CCC is 6-0 and that's with their best  offensive player only taking 2 snaps all year at running back and their top linebacker missing significant time, both players should return in the coming weeks.  Berkeley Prep overcame the early season loss of QB Joshua Youngblood who broke his hand after a week 1 loss to CCC.  Tampa Catholic, which is arguably the most talented team in the region has faltered. They've now lost 2 games, CCC and Berekley Prep and still have a huge rivalry game vs Jesuit on tap.

Cardinal Mooney has quietly caught fire and is anticipated to be undefeated going into a week 10 game vs CCC if they can overcome a good Bradenton Southeast team this week.  Calvary Christian, who many felt would finally break through under the leadership of Reggie Crume is sitting at 3-3 and haven't looked good in any of those 3 losses outside of the 2nd half of their 49-28 loss to Orlando TFA.   Lakeland Christian could make noise, but will need to do so without their starting QB who is out for the season.  

Trinity Catholic is sitting at 3-2 and could be a dark horse if they can get their offense on track, a win over Orlando TFA could get them going. St. Pete Catholic is sitting at 2-3, but a 4 win season is achievable which would be a good showing for the Barons.

I have no doubt that CCC will host the regional finals even if they slip up and drop a game (as long as it's not to Cardinal Mooney), but who will their dance partner be? You can make cases for Berkeley Prep, Tampa Catholic and Cardinal Mooney.  I think Berkeley Prep gets the nod right now.

REGION 4:
To say Chaminade-Madonna is the favorite would be an understatement. They are the best coached team, have the best athletes and have played the toughest schedule. Last year, they bulldozed class 3A until the state finals.  This year, there will be challengers to the Lions throne. American Heritage Delray is playing at a very high level as is Benjamin School. Westminster Christian is sitting at 6-0 as well.  The question is, can any of these teams compete with a healthy Chaminade team? That remains to be seen. 

While all eyes are on C-M and AHD, there are some quality teams in region 4. Westminster Christian is 6-0, Palmer Trinity is 5-0.  These teams  can't realistically compete with the top ranked regional teams, but it does show there's good football being played.

C-M and AHD are on a collision course for the regional finals. The only question is where the game will be played.

BIG GAME OF THE WEEK

American Heritage Delray vs University School

This is a biggie! Both teams are undefeated. Uschool is ranked #1 in class 4A, AHD is ranked #2 in 2A. There's a lot on the line for both teams, particularly for playoff positioning. Uschool was hit by controversy this week when their offensive coordinator resigned. I happen to think the AHD defensive coaches are top notch and they have the tools in the secondary to contain the Uschool passing attack. The question will come down to slowing down Uschool RB Kenny Mcintosh. 

I don't think there's much advantage across the lines, they seem to match-up pretty well although Uschool is a bit deeper. That means this comes down to a coaching chess match.

THE PICK:   Prior to this week, I would have picked Uschool by 17, but with the latest controversy and the belief that Uschool is going to get AHD's best effort I can see this game being tight.  AHD has the weapons to score in bunches, but I think Mcintosh gets a few key runs in the 4th to provide seperation.  Uschool 35, AHD 21.

Ocala Trinity Catholic vs Orlando First Academy

First Academy is undefeated and their offense is scoring points in bunches behind RB Rolous Frazier. Ocala Trinity Catholic started the season strong and continues to exceed expectations at 4-2. The defense is playing at a high level but the offense needs to help the defense out a bit. Still, QB King Redd has done an admirable job guiding OTC to 4 wins thus far.
 
THE PICK: I'm going TFA 42-28. 

OTHER GAMES:
Berkeley Prep over Miami Edison by 7
Tampa Catholic over Steinbrenner by 28
Land O Lakes over Lakeland Christian by 10
Baldwin over Westside by 42
CCC over FAMU DRS by 28
St. Pete Catholic over Northside by 10
Cardinal Mooney over Southeast by 3
Madison County over Pensacola Catholic by 21
King's Academy over Pine Crest by 35
Bishop Moore over MCC by 21
Benjamin over John Carroll by 24
Florida High over NFC by 17
Ft. White over Providence by 21
Jefferson County over Taylor County by 10






 

This is going to be a long post since I'm going to do a regional review of Class 3A.  It will probably be broken up into 2 posts.

First, old business- here's meh Class 3A Top 10 going into week 6. Throw out the old rankings: We re-evaluated each team based on their individual merits, compared key wins and losses and also looked at overall strength of schedule. In other words, just because a team is undefeated doesn't mean they're a top ranked team, or just because a team has 2 losses doesn't mean they're out of the top. We also compared injuries and added a small pinch of looking at the forthcoming schedule.

#1) Clearwater Central Catholic (6-0)
#2) Chaminade-Madonna (4-2)
#3) American Heritage Delray (5-0)
#4) King's Academy  (6-0)
#5) Florida High School (5-1)
#6) Sarasota Cardinal Mooney (5-0)
#7) Benjamin School (6-0)
#8) Baldwin (5-0)
#9) Tampa Berkeley Prep (3-2)
#10) Orlando First Academy (5-0)

REGION 1:
At the start of the season many (myself included) felt that Florida High School would be the favorite to represent the north of Class 3A. Little has happened to change anybodies mind; however, Baldwin is playing at a very high level right now and will be a significant challenge for the Seminoles.  Florida High is still the most complete team in the region. Ft. White, despite being bitten by the injury bug- is still playing quality football and can make some noise with a win over Dixie County in coming weeks.  St. Joseph Academy is currently sitting at 6-0, but haven't played a quality team, still- this is a remarkable improvement.

Don't sleep on Pensacola Catholic who is sitting at 3-3 but has played a competitive schedule thus far.   I think Florida High and Baldwin are on a collision course in the Regional Finals, but there will be some excellent games in the first 2 rounds as well.

REGION 2:
No region was more impacted by Oxbridge Academy disbanding football than Region 2. Three teams sit atop the region heads and shoulders above everybody else. Orlando First Academy, Cardinal Newman and West Palm Beach King's Academy. Both King's and Orlando TFA are 6-0 and Newman is right behind them at 5-1. Of all the teams, Newman has played the toughest schedule and will probably end up playing the toughest schedule (Glades Central, Pahokee).   King's has a rivalry game against Benjamin remaining down the road. Orlando TFA plays a good Trinity Catholic team.

Melbourne Central Catholic could play spoiler, but their body of work hasn't shown it yet. They have 2 blowout losses on the books including a merciless 41-0 loss to Tampa Catholic at home.

I'm going with Orlando First Academy and Cardinal Newman meeting in the regional finals.

REGION 3:
This used to be one of the most competitive regions not just in 3A, but in the entire state; however, in recent years it's become CCC and everybody else and 2018 is no different.  CCC is 6-0 and that's with their best  offensive player only taking 2 snaps all year at running back and their top linebacker missing significant time, both players should return in the coming weeks.  Berkeley Prep overcame the early season loss of QB Joshua Youngblood who broke his hand after a week 1 loss to CCC.  Tampa Catholic, which is arguably the most talented team in the region has faltered. They've now lost 2 games, CCC and Berekley Prep and still have a huge rivalry game vs Jesuit on tap.

Cardinal Mooney has quietly caught fire and is anticipated to be undefeated going into a week 10 game vs CCC if they can overcome a good Bradenton Southeast team this week.  Calvary Christian, who many felt would finally break through under the leadership of Reggie Crume is sitting at 3-3 and haven't looked good in any of those 3 losses outside of the 2nd half of their 49-28 loss to Orlando TFA.   Lakeland Christian could make noise, but will need to do so without their starting QB who is out for the season.  

Trinity Catholic is sitting at 3-2 and could be a dark horse if they can get their offense on track, a win over Orlando TFA could get them going. St. Pete Catholic is sitting at 2-3, but a 4 win season is achievable which would be a good showing for the Barons.

I have no doubt that CCC will host the regional finals even if they slip up and drop a game (as long as it's not to Cardinal Mooney), but who will their dance partner be? You can make cases for Berkeley Prep, Tampa Catholic and Cardinal Mooney.  I think Berkeley Prep gets the nod right now.

REGION 4:
To say Chaminade-Madonna is the favorite would be an understatement. They are the best coached team, have the best athletes and have played the toughest schedule. Last year, they bulldozed class 3A until the state finals.  This year, there will be challengers to the Lions throne. American Heritage Delray is playing at a very high level as is Benjamin School. Westminster Christian is sitting at 6-0 as well.  The question is, can any of these teams compete with a healthy Chaminade team? That remains to be seen. 

While all eyes are on C-M and AHD, there are some quality teams in region 4. Westminster Christian is 6-0, Palmer Trinity is 5-0.  These teams  can't realistically compete with the top ranked regional teams, but it does show there's good football being played.

C-M and AHD are on a collision course for the regional finals. The only question is where the game will be played.

BIG GAME OF THE WEEK

American Heritage Delray vs University School

This is a biggie! Both teams are undefeated. Uschool is ranked #1 in class 4A, AHD is ranked #2 in 2A. There's a lot on the line for both teams, particularly for playoff positioning. Uschool was hit by controversy this week when their offensive coordinator resigned. I happen to think the AHD defensive coaches are top notch and they have the tools in the secondary to contain the Uschool passing attack. The question will come down to slowing down Uschool RB Kenny Mcintosh. 

I don't think there's much advantage across the lines, they seem to match-up pretty well although Uschool is a bit deeper. That means this comes down to a coaching chess match.

THE PICK:   Prior to this week, I would have picked Uschool by 17, but with the latest controversy and the belief that Uschool is going to get AHD's best effort I can see this game being tight.  AHD has the weapons to score in bunches, but I think Mcintosh gets a few key runs in the 4th to provide seperation.  Uschool 35, AHD 21.

Ocala Trinity Catholic vs Orlando First Academy

First Academy is undefeated and their offense is scoring points in bunches behind RB Rolous Frazier. Ocala Trinity Catholic started the season strong and continues to exceed expectations at 4-2. The defense is playing at a high level but the offense needs to help the defense out a bit. Still, QB King Redd has done an admirable job guiding OTC to 4 wins thus far.
 
THE PICK: I'm going TFA 42-28. 

OTHER GAMES:
Berkeley Prep over Miami Edison by 7
Tampa Catholic over Steinbrenner by 28
Land O Lakes over Lakeland Christian by 10
Baldwin over Westside by 42
CCC over FAMU DRS by 28
St. Pete Catholic over Northside by 10
Cardinal Mooney over Southeast by 3
Madison County over Pensacola Catholic by 21
King's Academy over Pine Crest by 35
Bishop Moore over MCC by 21
Benjamin over John Carroll by 24
Florida High over NFC by 17
Ft. White over Providence by 21
Jefferson County over Taylor County by 10






 

This is going to be a long post since I'm going to do a regional review of Class 3A.  It will probably be broken up into 2 posts.

First, old business- here's meh Class 3A Top 10 going into week 6. Throw out the old rankings: We re-evaluated each team based on their individual merits, compared key wins and losses and also looked at overall strength of schedule. In other words, just because a team is undefeated doesn't mean they're a top ranked team, or just because a team has 2 losses doesn't mean they're out of the top. We also compared injuries and added a small pinch of looking at the forthcoming schedule.

#1) Clearwater Central Catholic (6-0)
#2) Chaminade-Madonna (4-2)
#3) American Heritage Delray (5-0)
#4) King's Academy  (6-0)
#5) Florida High School (5-1)
#6) Sarasota Cardinal Mooney (5-0)
#7) Benjamin School (6-0)
#8) Baldwin (5-0)
#9) Tampa Berkeley Prep (3-2)
#10) Orlando First Academy (5-0)

REGION 1:
At the start of the season many (myself included) felt that Florida High School would be the favorite to represent the north of Class 3A. Little has happened to change anybodies mind; however, Baldwin is playing at a very high level right now and will be a significant challenge for the Seminoles.  Florida High is still the most complete team in the region. Ft. White, despite being bitten by the injury bug- is still playing quality football and can make some noise with a win over Dixie County in coming weeks.  St. Joseph Academy is currently sitting at 6-0, but haven't played a quality team, still- this is a remarkable improvement.

Don't sleep on Pensacola Catholic who is sitting at 3-3 but has played a competitive schedule thus far.   I think Florida High and Baldwin are on a collision course in the Regional Finals, but there will be some excellent games in the first 2 rounds as well.

REGION 2:
No region was more impacted by Oxbridge Academy disbanding football than Region 2. Three teams sit atop the region heads and shoulders above everybody else. Orlando First Academy, Cardinal Newman and West Palm Beach King's Academy. Both King's and Orlando TFA are 6-0 and Newman is right behind them at 5-1. Of all the teams, Newman has played the toughest schedule and will probably end up playing the toughest schedule (Glades Central, Pahokee).   King's has a rivalry game against Benjamin remaining down the road. Orlando TFA plays a good Trinity Catholic team.

Melbourne Central Catholic could play spoiler, but their body of work hasn't shown it yet. They have 2 blowout losses on the books including a merciless 41-0 loss to Tampa Catholic at home.

I'm going with Orlando First Academy and Cardinal Newman meeting in the regional finals.

REGION 3:
This used to be one of the most competitive regions not just in 3A, but in the entire state; however, in recent years it's become CCC and everybody else and 2018 is no different.  CCC is 6-0 and that's with their best  offensive player only taking 2 snaps all year at running back and their top linebacker missing significant time, both players should return in the coming weeks.  Berkeley Prep overcame the early season loss of QB Joshua Youngblood who broke his hand after a week 1 loss to CCC.  Tampa Catholic, which is arguably the most talented team in the region has faltered. They've now lost 2 games, CCC and Berekley Prep and still have a huge rivalry game vs Jesuit on tap.

Cardinal Mooney has quietly caught fire and is anticipated to be undefeated going into a week 10 game vs CCC if they can overcome a good Bradenton Southeast team this week.  Calvary Christian, who many felt would finally break through under the leadership of Reggie Crume is sitting at 3-3 and haven't looked good in any of those 3 losses outside of the 2nd half of their 49-28 loss to Orlando TFA.   Lakeland Christian could make noise, but will need to do so without their starting QB who is out for the season.  

Trinity Catholic is sitting at 3-2 and could be a dark horse if they can get their offense on track, a win over Orlando TFA could get them going. St. Pete Catholic is sitting at 2-3, but a 4 win season is achievable which would be a good showing for the Barons.

I have no doubt that CCC will host the regional finals even if they slip up and drop a game (as long as it's not to Cardinal Mooney), but who will their dance partner be? You can make cases for Berkeley Prep, Tampa Catholic and Cardinal Mooney.  I think Berkeley Prep gets the nod right now.

REGION 4:
To say Chaminade-Madonna is the favorite would be an understatement. They are the best coached team, have the best athletes and have played the toughest schedule. Last year, they bulldozed class 3A until the state finals.  This year, there will be challengers to the Lions throne. American Heritage Delray is playing at a very high level as is Benjamin School. Westminster Christian is sitting at 6-0 as well.  The question is, can any of these teams compete with a healthy Chaminade team? That remains to be seen. 

While all eyes are on C-M and AHD, there are some quality teams in region 4. Westminster Christian is 6-0, Palmer Trinity is 5-0.  These teams  can't realistically compete with the top ranked regional teams, but it does show there's good football being played.

C-M and AHD are on a collision course for the regional finals. The only question is where the game will be played.

BIG GAME OF THE WEEK

American Heritage Delray vs University School

This is a biggie! Both teams are undefeated. Uschool is ranked #1 in class 4A, AHD is ranked #2 in 2A. There's a lot on the line for both teams, particularly for playoff positioning. Uschool was hit by controversy this week when their offensive coordinator resigned. I happen to think the AHD defensive coaches are top notch and they have the tools in the secondary to contain the Uschool passing attack. The question will come down to slowing down Uschool RB Kenny Mcintosh. 

I don't think there's much advantage across the lines, they seem to match-up pretty well although Uschool is a bit deeper. That means this comes down to a coaching chess match.

THE PICK:   Prior to this week, I would have picked Uschool by 17, but with the latest controversy and the belief that Uschool is going to get AHD's best effort I can see this game being tight.  AHD has the weapons to score in bunches, but I think Mcintosh gets a few key runs in the 4th to provide seperation.  Uschool 35, AHD 21.

Ocala Trinity Catholic vs Orlando First Academy

First Academy is undefeated and their offense is scoring points in bunches behind RB Rolous Frazier. Ocala Trinity Catholic started the season strong and continues to exceed expectations at 4-2. The defense is playing at a high level but the offense needs to help the defense out a bit. Still, QB King Redd has done an admirable job guiding OTC to 4 wins thus far.
 
THE PICK: I'm going TFA 42-28. 

OTHER GAMES:
Berkeley Prep over Miami Edison by 7
Tampa Catholic over Steinbrenner by 28
Land O Lakes over Lakeland Christian by 10
Baldwin over Westside by 42
CCC over FAMU DRS by 28
St. Pete Catholic over Northside by 10
Cardinal Mooney over Southeast by 3
Madison County over Pensacola Catholic by 21
King's Academy over Pine Crest by 35
Bishop Moore over MCC by 21
Benjamin over John Carroll by 24
Florida High over NFC by 17
Ft. White over Providence by 21
Jefferson County over Taylor County by 10






 

This is going to be a long post since I'm going to do a regional review of Class 3A.  It will probably be broken up into 2 posts.

First, old business- here's meh Class 3A Top 10 going into week 6. Throw out the old rankings: We re-evaluated each team based on their individual merits, compared key wins and losses and also looked at overall strength of schedule. In other words, just because a team is undefeated doesn't mean they're a top ranked team, or just because a team has 2 losses doesn't mean they're out of the top. We also compared injuries and added a small pinch of looking at the forthcoming schedule.

#1) Clearwater Central Catholic (6-0)
#2) Chaminade-Madonna (4-2)
#3) American Heritage Delray (5-0)
#4) King's Academy  (6-0)
#5) Florida High School (5-1)
#6) Sarasota Cardinal Mooney (5-0)
#7) Benjamin School (6-0)
#8) Baldwin (5-0)
#9) Tampa Berkeley Prep (3-2)
#10) Orlando First Academy (5-0)

REGION 1:
At the start of the season many (myself included) felt that Florida High School would be the favorite to represent the north of Class 3A. Little has happened to change anybodies mind; however, Baldwin is playing at a very high level right now and will be a significant challenge for the Seminoles.  Florida High is still the most complete team in the region. Ft. White, despite being bitten by the injury bug- is still playing quality football and can make some noise with a win over Dixie County in coming weeks.  St. Joseph Academy is currently sitting at 6-0, but haven't played a quality team, still- this is a remarkable improvement.

Don't sleep on Pensacola Catholic who is sitting at 3-3 but has played a competitive schedule thus far.   I think Florida High and Baldwin are on a collision course in the Regional Finals, but there will be some excellent games in the first 2 rounds as well.

REGION 2:
No region was more impacted by Oxbridge Academy disbanding football than Region 2. Three teams sit atop the region heads and shoulders above everybody else. Orlando First Academy, Cardinal Newman and West Palm Beach King's Academy. Both King's and Orlando TFA are 6-0 and Newman is right behind them at 5-1. Of all the teams, Newman has played the toughest schedule and will probably end up playing the toughest schedule (Glades Central, Pahokee).   King's has a rivalry game against Benjamin remaining down the road. Orlando TFA plays a good Trinity Catholic team.

Melbourne Central Catholic could play spoiler, but their body of work hasn't shown it yet. They have 2 blowout losses on the books including a merciless 41-0 loss to Tampa Catholic at home.

I'm going with Orlando First Academy and Cardinal Newman meeting in the regional finals.

REGION 3:
This used to be one of the most competitive regions not just in 3A, but in the entire state; however, in recent years it's become CCC and everybody else and 2018 is no different.  CCC is 6-0 and that's with their best  offensive player only taking 2 snaps all year at running back and their top linebacker missing significant time, both players should return in the coming weeks.  Berkeley Prep overcame the early season loss of QB Joshua Youngblood who broke his hand after a week 1 loss to CCC.  Tampa Catholic, which is arguably the most talented team in the region has faltered. They've now lost 2 games, CCC and Berekley Prep and still have a huge rivalry game vs Jesuit on tap.

Cardinal Mooney has quietly caught fire and is anticipated to be undefeated going into a week 10 game vs CCC if they can overcome a good Bradenton Southeast team this week.  Calvary Christian, who many felt would finally break through under the leadership of Reggie Crume is sitting at 3-3 and haven't looked good in any of those 3 losses outside of the 2nd half of their 49-28 loss to Orlando TFA.   Lakeland Christian could make noise, but will need to do so without their starting QB who is out for the season.  

Trinity Catholic is sitting at 3-2 and could be a dark horse if they can get their offense on track, a win over Orlando TFA could get them going. St. Pete Catholic is sitting at 2-3, but a 4 win season is achievable which would be a good showing for the Barons.

I have no doubt that CCC will host the regional finals even if they slip up and drop a game (as long as it's not to Cardinal Mooney), but who will their dance partner be? You can make cases for Berkeley Prep, Tampa Catholic and Cardinal Mooney.  I think Berkeley Prep gets the nod right now.

REGION 4:
To say Chaminade-Madonna is the favorite would be an understatement. They are the best coached team, have the best athletes and have played the toughest schedule. Last year, they bulldozed class 3A until the state finals.  This year, there will be challengers to the Lions throne. American Heritage Delray is playing at a very high level as is Benjamin School. Westminster Christian is sitting at 6-0 as well.  The question is, can any of these teams compete with a healthy Chaminade team? That remains to be seen. 

While all eyes are on C-M and AHD, there are some quality teams in region 4. Westminster Christian is 6-0, Palmer Trinity is 5-0.  These teams  can't realistically compete with the top ranked regional teams, but it does show there's good football being played.

C-M and AHD are on a collision course for the regional finals. The only question is where the game will be played.

BIG GAME OF THE WEEK

American Heritage Delray vs University School

This is a biggie! Both teams are undefeated. Uschool is ranked #1 in class 4A, AHD is ranked #2 in 2A. There's a lot on the line for both teams, particularly for playoff positioning. Uschool was hit by controversy this week when their offensive coordinator resigned. I happen to think the AHD defensive coaches are top notch and they have the tools in the secondary to contain the Uschool passing attack. The question will come down to slowing down Uschool RB Kenny Mcintosh. 

I don't think there's much advantage across the lines, they seem to match-up pretty well although Uschool is a bit deeper. That means this comes down to a coaching chess match.

THE PICK:   Prior to this week, I would have picked Uschool by 17, but with the latest controversy and the belief that Uschool is going to get AHD's best effort I can see this game being tight.  AHD has the weapons to score in bunches, but I think Mcintosh gets a few key runs in the 4th to provide seperation.  Uschool 35, AHD 21.

Ocala Trinity Catholic vs Orlando First Academy

First Academy is undefeated and their offense is scoring points in bunches behind RB Rolous Frazier. Ocala Trinity Catholic started the season strong and continues to exceed expectations at 4-2. The defense is playing at a high level but the offense needs to help the defense out a bit. Still, QB King Redd has done an admirable job guiding OTC to 4 wins thus far.
 
THE PICK: I'm going TFA 42-28. 

OTHER GAMES:
Berkeley Prep over Miami Edison by 7
Tampa Catholic over Steinbrenner by 28
Land O Lakes over Lakeland Christian by 10
Baldwin over Westside by 42
CCC over FAMU DRS by 28
St. Pete Catholic over Northside by 10
Cardinal Mooney over Southeast by 3
Madison County over Pensacola Catholic by 21
King's Academy over Pine Crest by 35
Bishop Moore over MCC by 21
Benjamin over John Carroll by 24
Florida High over NFC by 17
Ft. White over Providence by 21
Jefferson County over Taylor County by 10






 

This is going to be a long post since I'm going to do a regional review of Class 3A.  It will probably be broken up into 2 posts.

First, old business- here's meh Class 3A Top 10 going into week 6. Throw out the old rankings: We re-evaluated each team based on their individual merits, compared key wins and losses and also looked at overall strength of schedule. In other words, just because a team is undefeated doesn't mean they're a top ranked team, or just because a team has 2 losses doesn't mean they're out of the top. We also compared injuries and added a small pinch of looking at the forthcoming schedule.

#1) Clearwater Central Catholic (6-0)
#2) Chaminade-Madonna (4-2)
#3) American Heritage Delray (5-0)
#4) King's Academy  (6-0)
#5) Florida High School (5-1)
#6) Sarasota Cardinal Mooney (5-0)
#7) Benjamin School (6-0)
#8) Baldwin (5-0)
#9) Tampa Berkeley Prep (3-2)
#10) Orlando First Academy (5-0)

REGION 1:
At the start of the season many (myself included) felt that Florida High School would be the favorite to represent the north of Class 3A. Little has happened to change anybodies mind; however, Baldwin is playing at a very high level right now and will be a significant challenge for the Seminoles.  Florida High is still the most complete team in the region. Ft. White, despite being bitten by the injury bug- is still playing quality football and can make some noise with a win over Dixie County in coming weeks.  St. Joseph Academy is currently sitting at 6-0, but haven't played a quality team, still- this is a remarkable improvement.

Don't sleep on Pensacola Catholic who is sitting at 3-3 but has played a competitive schedule thus far.   I think Florida High and Baldwin are on a collision course in the Regional Finals, but there will be some excellent games in the first 2 rounds as well.

REGION 2:
No region was more impacted by Oxbridge Academy disbanding football than Region 2. Three teams sit atop the region heads and shoulders above everybody else. Orlando First Academy, Cardinal Newman and West Palm Beach King's Academy. Both King's and Orlando TFA are 6-0 and Newman is right behind them at 5-1. Of all the teams, Newman has played the toughest schedule and will probably end up playing the toughest schedule (Glades Central, Pahokee).   King's has a rivalry game against Benjamin remaining down the road. Orlando TFA plays a good Trinity Catholic team.

Melbourne Central Catholic could play spoiler, but their body of work hasn't shown it yet. They have 2 blowout losses on the books including a merciless 41-0 loss to Tampa Catholic at home.

I'm going with Orlando First Academy and Cardinal Newman meeting in the regional finals.

REGION 3:
This used to be one of the most competitive regions not just in 3A, but in the entire state; however, in recent years it's become CCC and everybody else and 2018 is no different.  CCC is 6-0 and that's with their best  offensive player only taking 2 snaps all year at running back and their top linebacker missing significant time, both players should return in the coming weeks.  Berkeley Prep overcame the early season loss of QB Joshua Youngblood who broke his hand after a week 1 loss to CCC.  Tampa Catholic, which is arguably the most talented team in the region has faltered. They've now lost 2 games, CCC and Berekley Prep and still have a huge rivalry game vs Jesuit on tap.

Cardinal Mooney has quietly caught fire and is anticipated to be undefeated going into a week 10 game vs CCC if they can overcome a good Bradenton Southeast team this week.  Calvary Christian, who many felt would finally break through under the leadership of Reggie Crume is sitting at 3-3 and haven't looked good in any of those 3 losses outside of the 2nd half of their 49-28 loss to Orlando TFA.   Lakeland Christian could make noise, but will need to do so without their starting QB who is out for the season.  

Trinity Catholic is sitting at 3-2 and could be a dark horse if they can get their offense on track, a win over Orlando TFA could get them going. St. Pete Catholic is sitting at 2-3, but a 4 win season is achievable which would be a good showing for the Barons.

I have no doubt that CCC will host the regional finals even if they slip up and drop a game (as long as it's not to Cardinal Mooney), but who will their dance partner be? You can make cases for Berkeley Prep, Tampa Catholic and Cardinal Mooney.  I think Berkeley Prep gets the nod right now.

REGION 4:
To say Chaminade-Madonna is the favorite would be an understatement. They are the best coached team, have the best athletes and have played the toughest schedule. Last year, they bulldozed class 3A until the state finals.  This year, there will be challengers to the Lions throne. American Heritage Delray is playing at a very high level as is Benjamin School. Westminster Christian is sitting at 6-0 as well.  The question is, can any of these teams compete with a healthy Chaminade team? That remains to be seen. 

While all eyes are on C-M and AHD, there are some quality teams in region 4. Westminster Christian is 6-0, Palmer Trinity is 5-0.  These teams  can't realistically compete with the top ranked regional teams, but it does show there's good football being played.

C-M and AHD are on a collision course for the regional finals. The only question is where the game will be played.

BIG GAME OF THE WEEK

American Heritage Delray vs University School

This is a biggie! Both teams are undefeated. Uschool is ranked #1 in class 4A, AHD is ranked #2 in 2A. There's a lot on the line for both teams, particularly for playoff positioning. Uschool was hit by controversy this week when their offensive coordinator resigned. I happen to think the AHD defensive coaches are top notch and they have the tools in the secondary to contain the Uschool passing attack. The question will come down to slowing down Uschool RB Kenny Mcintosh. 

I don't think there's much advantage across the lines, they seem to match-up pretty well although Uschool is a bit deeper. That means this comes down to a coaching chess match.

THE PICK:   Prior to this week, I would have picked Uschool by 17, but with the latest controversy and the belief that Uschool is going to get AHD's best effort I can see this game being tight.  AHD has the weapons to score in bunches, but I think Mcintosh gets a few key runs in the 4th to provide seperation.  Uschool 35, AHD 21.

Ocala Trinity Catholic vs Orlando First Academy

First Academy is undefeated and their offense is scoring points in bunches behind RB Rolous Frazier. Ocala Trinity Catholic started the season strong and continues to exceed expectations at 4-2. The defense is playing at a high level but the offense needs to help the defense out a bit. Still, QB King Redd has done an admirable job guiding OTC to 4 wins thus far.
 
THE PICK: I'm going TFA 42-28. 

OTHER GAMES:
Berkeley Prep over Miami Edison by 7
Tampa Catholic over Steinbrenner by 28
Land O Lakes over Lakeland Christian by 10
Baldwin over Westside by 42
CCC over FAMU DRS by 28
St. Pete Catholic over Northside by 10
Cardinal Mooney over Southeast by 3
Madison County over Pensacola Catholic by 21
King's Academy over Pine Crest by 35
Bishop Moore over MCC by 21
Benjamin over John Carroll by 24
Florida High over NFC by 17
Ft. White over Providence by 21
Jefferson County over Taylor County by 10






 

Osceola brings a lot to the table for Jesuit to prepare for, but Jesuit has a unique combination of skill position depth, coaching and talent.

The game will come down to the line. Osceola has a big, strong offensive and defensive line. By my count I have Osceola at 31 linemen (including TE's).  Jesuit doesn't have near that many, capping out at 18.  Jesuit is also on the smaller side for both lines, but they're lightening quick.

One thing that could favor Osceola is that they've tested themselves schedule wise early while Jesuit is testing themselves late. Osceola has played a much tougher schedule that includes Lake Gibson and Viera.  Jesuit has played Jefferson as their only opponent of note at this point. Osceola's back-end of the season is much tamer than their front half. Jesuit, aside from playing Osceola will also play CCC in 2 weeks and finish their season with rival Tampa Catholic.

The teams have one common opponent- Ridge Community. Jesuit defeated them 39-0. Osceola defeated them 40-7.

If I were picking the game, I would go Osceola 35, Jesuit 27. I can easily see thing being tight until the 4th quarter.

Osceola brings a lot to the table for Jesuit to prepare for, but Jesuit has a unique combination of skill position depth, coaching and talent.

The game will come down to the line. Osceola has a big, strong offensive and defensive line. By my count I have Osceola at 31 linemen (including TE's).  Jesuit doesn't have near that many, capping out at 18.  Jesuit is also on the smaller side for both lines, but they're lightening quick.

One thing that could favor Osceola is that they've tested themselves schedule wise early while Jesuit is testing themselves late. Osceola has played a much tougher schedule that includes Lake Gibson and Viera.  Jesuit has played Jefferson as their only opponent of note at this point. Osceola's back-end of the season is much tamer than their front half. Jesuit, aside from playing Osceola will also play CCC in 2 weeks and finish their season with rival Tampa Catholic.

The teams have one common opponent- Ridge Community. Jesuit defeated them 39-0. Osceola defeated them 40-7.

If I were picking the game, I would go Osceola 35, Jesuit 27. I can easily see thing being tight until the 4th quarter.

Interesting story indeed..

They're playing one of the hotter teams in Florida this week in American Heritage Delray. Curious how this impacts the game. 

Osceola at Jesuit is must see TV.  Clash of the undefeated!

Jesuit already has respect.  Anyone who doesn't respect them is a fool.

Jesuit is well coached, solid on both sides of the ball. They're coached by Matt Thompson the longtime Armwood defensive coordinator.  They aren't big across the lines, but they are very quick off the ball.  They have a stud safety Dane Belton and 2 highly rated WR's in Josh Hodges and Jonathan Odom. QB is Kiael Kelly (son of Kenny Kelly) and is a  beast.

Osceola is (and should be) the favorite in this one, but Jesuit has the tools to make this one interesting.

1. Osceola 5-0 Next up at Jesuit
2. Apopka 5-1 lost to Lakeland.  Next up vs Mandarin
3. West Orange 4-1 lost to Rockledge. Next up vs Jones
4. Wekiva 4-1 lost to West Orange.  Next up at DP
5. Edgewater 5-0  Next up vs Lake Howell
6. Winter Park 5-1 lost to Wekiva.  Next up vs Olympia
7. Jones 5-1 lost to Wekiva.  Next up at West Orange
8. Deland 5-1  lost to Mandarin. Next up: Bye
9. Seminole 5-1 lost to Deland. Next up vs Lyman
10. Mainland 4-2 lost to Deland and Bob Jones.   Next up vs Cocoa
11. Oviedo 4-1 lost to Winter Park.  Next up vs Orange City University
12. Lake Nona 4-1 lost to Winter Park.  Next up at Celebration
13. Lake Mary 3-2 lost to Godby and Oviedo.   Next up at Winter Springs
14. Boone 3-2 lost to Lake Nona and Apopka.   Next up at Freedom
15. Dr. Phillips 2-4 lost to lee, West Orange, Apopka and Mainland.  Next up vs Wekiva
16. Harmony 5-1 lost to Space Coast.  Next up vs Windermere
 
Not much seperates 1-9

Interesting story indeed..

They're playing one of the hotter teams in Florida this week in American Heritage Delray. Curious how this impacts the game.