Florida High School Football Week 3 Recap

This week in Florida high school football, the action continued to be thrilling as teams battled it out on the field. Upsets and narrowly contested games have made it tough to determine the top football programs in the state. As we take a look back at last weekend’s performances, we can see how things are shaping up after Week 3.

The top spot is now firmly held by the Ascenders, who made a strong statement with a 34-13 win over the previous No. 2 Cocoa. Stepping up to the second position is the Raiders after they dominated Columbus with a 42-6 victory. Columbus was the two-time defending state champion in Class 4M, but the Raiders certainly showed their skills.

The thrilling action didn’t stop there, as Lakeland secured a 38-35 overtime win against Lake Mary, bringing them up another spot in the rankings. Meanwhile, Brady Hart’s night was rough against IMG Academy’s defense, leading to a two-spot drop for the Tigers.

The Mustangs face some uncertainty with FSU commitment Tramell Jones out. Freshman Knox Annis will need to step up against Bradford and IMG Academy. Armwood narrowly escaped a close call with Tampa Bay Tech and looks forward to their games against Durant and Plant on September 27.

This season, the Venice Indians have been scoring an average of 60.6 points per game but are also allowing over 40 points in returns. Their upcoming match-up against undefeated Port Charlotte will be crucial. Additionally, the Marauders continue their strong season, keeping their winning streak alive in Class 1A.

Across the county, Central Florida teams have been affected by weather, but Seminole still managed to seize a 43-13 victory against Lyman. The Miami Norland Vikings remain hot as they beat Carol City 36-10. It seems like schools in Collier County are keeping things competitive; just last week, they had a 47-0 win against Immokalee.

As we look forward to the coming weeks, many teams will be aiming to assert their dominance and climb in the rankings as Florida high school football continues to thrill fans. Be sure to keep an eye on the top contenders and the surprises that this season will undoubtedly keep delivering.