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For some reason, I suspect the answer may be Armwood. Although they don't have a lot of State Titles, they have made the title game multiple times since the beginning of this century. And being district champions most years, would have more home playoff games than road ones. Assuming Armwood is the correct answer, I have no idea who last beat them in the playoffs on their home field. Upon reflection, I don't remember for sure, but Armwood and Booker T. Washington had many epic battles when they were in the south bracket of the same classification. They typically met in the semis and it is possible BTW may have one one of those at Armwood. It is not clear to me that the Wood has lost any playoff games at home in the past ten or more seasons on the field. But perhaps I am forgetting a game or two ...

I had been looking for that game in the past. I had given up as I could not find it. Southridge should have been up by 21 at the end of the first half. But a combination of stout defending inside the 10 by Evans, penalties on the part of Southridge and three picks by Evans (two of the passes were poor decisions), and instead Southridge only has a 9 point lead at the half. That allowed Evans to work its way back into the game via a long clock eating drive, a bomb and a short field touchdown setting the stage for the Ridge's final drive which lasted nearly eight minutes and ended with the QB just barely getting the ball over the line on fourth down with less than 10 seconds on the clock. Watching the film, I realize how much the game has changed in Florida over the past 28 years. Thanks for finding and posting this film!

But you all did respect them, though. And now, based on the recent past, probably not much anymore.

Lincoln High School, not to be confused with the Tally Lincoln.

Sorry to hear you are a game short. Wekiva shows up as missing a game 8 on Max Preps. But that could be just an error. However, it may be worth a phone call. It would be two quality teams

Okay. In that case I am sorry they are in disarray. I remember when they had a very solid football program back in the early through mid 2000s.

For real? Are you sure you're not spreading rumors on a rival?

I filled out the ones I knew for sure. I have watched games at all but two of the ones I filled out.

You should give Columbia fan a like for getting it right. Shows he has the interest and takes the time ...

It was a spring game, and who knows what they will have and which team will have a bunch of transfers in. However, Spruce Creek impressed me greatly in the spring jamboree. They have a real chance of playing the same role Mandarin did last year. I am not saying I see them as state champions or runners up, but I would be surprised if they don't at least get to the second round (and probably at least the regional finals) of the playoffs. Basically, they had no significant weaknesses and a number of solid footballers on the field.

The above is truly unacceptable seven weeks away from the start of the season.

Sometimes it is hard to handle that much depth as kids get frustrated by not getting enough playing time. Hopefully, this is managed properly as team chemistry is very important in sustaining a deep run. It would help if a number of the players are underclassmen who know their turn will come in the future.

Blustein knows his talent. If he endorses Dillard, then rest assured the team is good. Like I said earlier, I expect Dillard to compete this year and the upside ceiling could be high. You have a right to be excited going into the season.

Good to see you back!

I disagree. Orlando, year round, is a good deal hotter than when I moved here 29 years ago. I can now plant avocados, coconuts, papaya and mangoes in my backyard without fear that I will lose them to the winter frost. In the short run, that's a good thing as I love all types of fresh fruit and veggies. In the long run, probably not so much ... but I am old, so I will be gone before the funk hits the fan ...

That was just a trolling post. Lakeland's coaching is fine. As long as they have talent, the contend for deep runs.

Aside from Vanguard and Columbia, the field is pretty weak.

I am in agreement with you. But it probably would never happen as it would affect football recruiting negatively vis a viz compared with other states to some degree, especially for the seniors that don't have a bunch of offers already approaching February (National signing day).

1. Get the better experience since there would be less rush. 2. But regarding attendance, in metro areas it probably would be worse as the games would be competing with other nocturnal activities.

I could deal with 8:30 for the first four weeks of the season including the KOC. It might reduce the number of rained out (lightening really) games. After that, in large urban areas, it would not work for a number of reasons. So, I would then push it back an hour or an hour and a half.

What I have trouble with is that Dade public schools win championships consistently. It's not like Broward talent is inferior to Dade's. But Dade, aside from Columbus, and a few small private schools over the years, does not have the likes of AHP, ST. Thomas, Chaminade, etc taking talent in large numbers.

Too many very good private schools taking too much of the talent. That and the inability of Deerfield Beach to live up to its year in and year out hype. Maybe it's going to take a resurgent Dillard to shake things up!

No, BTW is young but loaded. I fully expect them to have a very good season.

I agree. They have a very good running back and are a well coached team.

I like both of these two matchups. Spruce Creek probably has its best team ever and I am sure the Rockets will represent Florida well.