Great Matchups Across the State
Columbus vs. Venice
Columbus, the two-time reigning champions, faced off against Venice, the top-ranked team in the state. This matchup was a battle of titans, with both teams bringing their A-game. Columbus, known for their tenacity and teamwork, was looking to defend their titles, while Venice, with their exceptional skill and strategy, was aiming to claim the championship. The game was a nail-biter, with both teams trading blows throughout. In the end, Columbus emerged victorious, but Venice put up a fierce fight that will be remembered for a long time.St. Thomas Aquinas vs. Manatee
Five-time reigning champ St. Thomas Aquinas hit the road to play Manatee. This was a matchup between two powerhouse teams, each with their own set of strengths. St. Thomas Aquinas, with their experienced players and well-coached team, was expected to dominate, but Manatee was not to be underestimated. They came out fighting and gave St. Thomas Aquinas a run for their money. The game was a back-and-forth affair, with both teams making crucial plays. In the end, St. Thomas Aquinas managed to hold on and secure the win, but it was a close call that will be talked about for days.Cardinal Mooney-Cocoa vs. Another Reigning Champion
Cardinal Mooney-Cocoa pitted two reigning champions against each other. This was a unique matchup that had fans on the edge of their seats. Both teams had proven themselves in the past, and they were looking to add another championship to their belts. The game was a display of skill and determination, with both teams fighting tooth and nail. In the end, one team emerged victorious, but the other showed that they are a force to be reckoned with.The USA TODAY Network – Florida is providing game updates on all of the high school football playoff games across the state. Whether you're interested in the top 25 Florida high school football scores or specific coverage from different counties like Palm Beach County to the Panhandle, we've got you covered. Recap all the high school football games in Sarasota and Manatee counties, from Bradenton to Venice. In Lee and Collier counties, from Fort Myers to Naples, we have the latest updates. In Palm Beach County, including Cardinal Newman and West Boca Raton, our coverage is comprehensive. Melbourne high school football scores are also available, along with recaps of games in Brevard County, from Cocoa to Viera. St. Augustine high school football scores, along with recaps from St. Johns County, from Nease to St. Augustine, are at your fingertips. In Duval and Clay counties, from Ponte Vedra to Jacksonville, we've got the details. Recap all the high school football games in Alachua and Marion counties, from Gainesville to Ocala, and in Polk County, from Lakeland to Winter Haven. Don't forget about the Big Bend, from Gadsden County to Tallahassee, and the Florida Panhandle, from Pensacola to Panama City. Daytona high school football scores are also included, and it's important to note that no high school football teams in Volusia and Flagler counties made the state semifinals. Treasure Coast high school football scores are also not represented in the state semifinals, with no teams from Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties making it.