Month: July 2025

41 Days to Kickoff – Navarre Raiders

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Peyton Law
Alex Woodall
41 days to kickoff of the 2025 Florida High School football season as the Navarre Raiders will host the Catholic Crusaders on 22 Aug 2025 at the comfy confines of Bennett C. Russell Stadium.
 
41 games ago – Navarre 28, Fort Walton Beach 6 (2021)
 
FWB…0 6 0 0 – 6
Navarre…0 7 14 7 – 28
 
Stars of the Game
Offense – Chris Decorte – 13 carries, 104 yards, TD
Defense – Devin Wright – 13 tackles; Christian Caballero – 10 tackles, 2 CF, sack, FR
Special Teams – Terence Marshall – 97-yard kickoff return, TD; Taylor Gardner – 4-4 XPs
 
41st win in school history – Navarre 51, West Florida 14 (2007)
 
WRs Chris Weaver and Kyle Irby were QB Austin Grimm’s primary targets in 2007. Kyle went on to play at Brevard College (NC) and Georgia State University (GA). Chris still holds the Navarre record for most receiving yards in a season (973), receptions in a season (67) and receptions in a game (13); all accomplished in 2007.
 
Raiders that have worn #41
DL/LB Peyton Law – Class of 2019
TE Alex Woodall – Class of 2022
DL Brady Theissen – Class of 2027
 
Statistics that involve #41
41 – receptions in a career – Andre Mahone (2001-02)
41 – receptions in a season – Donte’ Rome (2006)
41 – assisted tackles in a career – Eugene Robinson (2007-09)
41 – solo tackles in a career – Dylan Main (2013-14)
41.5 – tackle points in a season – Kyle Arrasmith (2014)
41 – assisted tackles in a season – Josh Carter (2016)
41 – rushing TDs in a season – Michael Carter (2016) – School record
41 – receptions in a season – Jordan Williams (2016)
41 – tackle points in a season – Mitchell Hunt (2017)
41 – receptions in a season – Tyler England (2018)
41 – assisted tackles in a season – Jeffery Mattox (2019)
41.5 – tackle points in a season – Kobe Johnson (2019)
41.5 – tackle points in a season – Lemuel Wilson (2021)
41 – touchdown passes in a career – Hunter Pfeister – School Record
 
The Raiders have scored 41 points in a game seven times.
 
Navarre is 23-18 in their last 41 games.

42 Days to Kickoff – Navarre Raiders

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Aaron Farrill
Connor Brantley
Jeffery Mattox
Roan Strom
42 days (6 weeks) to kickoff of the 2025 Florida High School football season as the Navarre Raiders will host the Catholic Crusaders on 22 Aug 2025 at the comfy confines of Bennett C. Russell Stadium.
 
42 games ago – Buchholz 35, Navarre 21 (Playoffs – 2020)
 
Buchholz…14 14 7 0 – 35
Navarre…0 7 7 7 – 21
 
Stars of the Game
Offense – Zach Marquis – 10-22, 122 yards, TD, 6 carries, 68 yards, TD
Defense – Mekhi Domino – 12 tackles; Sebastian Melendez – 10 tackles, sack; Grady Kelly – 4 TFL
Special Teams – Preston Penton – 3-3 XPs
 
42nd win in school history – Navarre 38, Catholic 28 (2007)
 
The Raiders (3-0) returned home with a victory against the Crusaders. QB Austin Grimm set the Navarre season record in 2007 with 2,517 yards passing (which still stands today as the single-season record) and finished his high school career with 4,087 yards, which currently stands fourth overall in school history behind Matthew Webb, Hunter Pfeister and Marlon Courtney III.
 
Raiders that have worn #42
Kevin Moore – Class of 2001
RB John Crossley – Class of 2005
DB Christian Ewing – Class of 2008
DB Aaron Farrill – Class of 2010 – U.S. Air Force
DE Connor Brantley – Class of 2012
LB Jeffery Mattox – Class of 2020 – played at UWF
LB Roan Strom – Class of 2026
 
Statistics that involve #42
42 – rushing TDs in a career – Dwayne Carter (2009-11) – 2nd All-Time
42 – receptions in a career – Cam Mayweather (2013-14)
42 – solo tackles in a season – Anthony Miller (2014)
42 – points scored in a season – Derrick Smith (2014)
42 – points scored in a game – Michael Carter (2016) – Navarre Record
42 – solo tackles in a season – Josh Carter (2016)
42 – points scored in a season – Josh Carter (2016)
42 – tackle points in a season – Nolan Garrett (2016)
42 – assisted tackles in a season – Charlie Alevras (2016)
42 – solo tackles in a season – Matthew Downey (2017)
42 – total tackles in a career – Alex Gilchrist (2017-18)
42 – tackles for loss in a career – Josh Carter (2015-18) – Navarre Record
42 – solo tackles in a career – Jeffery Mattox (2018-19)
42 – points scored in a season – Quinn Caballero (2018)
42.5 – tackle points in a season – Tyler England (2019)
42 – points scored in a season – Trent Hall (2020)
42 – total tackles in a season – Landon Mentzler (2022)
42 – solo tackles in a season – Darius Cunningham (2023)
42 – tackle points in a season – Tristan Ferrara (2023)
 
The Raiders have scored 42 points in a game on 15 different occasions.
 
Navarre is 24-18 in their last 42 games.

43 Days to Kickoff – Navarre Raiders

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Ryan Daeges
Michael Smith
Jonathan Brogan
43 days to kickoff of the 2025 Florida High School football season as the Navarre Raiders will host the Catholic Crusaders on 22 Aug 2025 at the comfy confines of Bennett C. Russell Stadium.
 
43 games ago – Navarre 30, Crestview 13 (2020)
 
Navarre…14 7 6 3 – 30
Crestview…0 7 0 6 – 13
 
Stars of the Game
Offense – Jaden Rivera – 20 carries, 128 yards, 2 TDs
Defense – Devin Wright – 10 tackles, TFL; Grady Kelly – 4 sacks, 4 TFL
Special Teams – Preston Penton – 3-3 XPs, 1-1 FGs (42)
 
The Raiders finished the COVID-19 shortened regular season at 6-0 (going undefeated for only the second time in school history).
 
43rd win in school history – Navarre 42, Mosley 35 (2007)
 
Navarre secured their fourth straight win to start the season (first time in school history). This was the first meeting ever between these two teams.
 
Raiders that have worn #43
DB Josh Johnston – Class of 2004
TE Ryan Daeges – Class of 2017
WR Michael Smith – Class of 2018
WR Logan Collinsworth – Class of 2021
DB Jonathan Brogan – Class of 2023
DB Braylen Zellers – Class of 2027
 
Statistics that involve #43
43 – total tackles (solo/assists) in a season – Kevin Cohan (2013)
43 – total tackles (solo/assists) in a season – Michael Sandle (2014)
43 – points scored in a game against Dothan (Week 1 – 2015)
43 – tackle points in a season – Aaron Mitchell (2015)
43 – tackles for loss (25) & sacks (18) in a career – Xavier Fernandez (2014-16)
43 – solo tackles in a season – Bailey Huston (2019)
43 – assisted tackles in a season – Hunter Crowder (2021)
43 – solo tackles in a season – Joshua Wilson (2023)
 
Navarre is 24-19 in their last 43 games.

2025 Schedule – Destin Sharks

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Destin Sharks

2025 Schedule – Destin Sharks
Head Coach – EG Green III

8/22 – vs. FAMU DRS *
8/29 – vs. Baker
9/5 – vs. North Bay Haven
9/12 – at Pensacola
9/19 – at Maclay *
9/26 – at North Florida Christian *
10/3 – at Bozeman
10/10 – Open Week
10/17 – at Chipley
10/24 – vs. B.T. Washington
10/31 – at Port St Joe

* Denotes District Game

2025 Schedule – Aucilla Christian Warriors

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Aucilla Christian Warriors

2025 Schedule – Aucilla Christian Warriors
Head Coach – Matt Wheeler (1st Year)

8/22 – at Scintilla Charter Academy (GA)
8/29 – at Patula Charter (GA)
9/5 – at Trenton
9/12 – vs. Rocky Bayou Christian
9/19 – vs. Baconton Charter (GA)
9/26 – Open Week
10/3 – at Calhoun County (GA)
10/10 – vs. Graceville
10/17 – vs. Franklin County
10/24 – at North Bay Haven
10/31 – Open Week

Helmet is courtesy of FloridaHSFootball.com.

2025 Schedule – Cottondale Hornets

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Cottondale Hornets

2025 Schedule – Cottondale Hornets
Head Coach – Chris Obert

8/22 – vs. Sneads
8/29 – at FAMU DRS
9/5 – Open Week
9/12 – at Freeport
9/19 – vs. Lighthouse PCA
9/26 – at Wewahitchka
10/3 – vs. Franklin County
10/10 – at Liberty County
10/17 – Open Week
10/24 – vs. Vernon
10/31 – at Graceville

2025 Schedule – FAMU DRS Baby Rattlers

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FAMU DRS Baby Rattlers

2025 Schedule – FAMU DRS Baby Rattlers
Head Coach – Patrick Wise (2nd Year)

8/22 – at Destin *
8/29 – vs. Cottondale
9/5 – vs. Franklin County
9/12 – at Sneads
9/19 – at Wakulla
9/26 – vs. Maclay *
10/3 – vs. Joshua Christian Academy
10/10 – vs. North Florida Christian *
10/17 – Open Week
10/24 – at Harvest Community
10/31 – vs. Houston County (AL)

2025 Schedule – North Florida Christian Eagles

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North Florida Christian Eagles

2025 Schedule – North Florida Christian Eagles
Head Coach – Kez McCorvey (1st Year)

8/22 – vs. Chipley
8/29 – at North Bay Haven
9/5 – vs. Indian Rocks Christian
9/12 – vs. Taylor County
9/19 – vs. Valwood (GA)
9/26 – vs. Destin *
10/3 – at Jefferson County
10/10 – at FAMU DRS *
10/17 – vs. Maclay *
10/24 – Open Week
10/31 – vs. Freeport

* Denotes District Game

Helmet courtesy of FloridaHSFootball.com

2025 Schedule – Jay Royals

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Jay Royals

2025 Schedule – Jay Royals
Head Coach – Brian Watson (4th Year)

8/22 – Open Week
8/29 – at Freeport
9/5 – vs. Lighthouse PCA
9/12 – at Baker
9/19 – at Chipley
9/26 – vs. Flomaton (AL)
10/3 – vs. Central
10/10 – at Northview
10/17 – vs. South Choctaw Academy (AL)
10/24 – at Wewahitchka
10/31 – vs. Uriah (AL)

2025 Schedule – Florida High Seminoles

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Florida High Seminoles

2025 Schedule – Florida High Seminoles
Head Coach – Jarrod Hickman

8/22 – vs. Dunnellon
8/29 – at Thomas County Central (GA)
9/5 – at Hawthorne
9/12 – Open Week
9/19 – vs. South Walton
9/26 – Open Week
10/3 – vs. Chiles
10/10 – at Gadsden County
10/17 – at Madison County
10/24 – at Bishop Moore
10/30 – at Mosley

Helmet is courtesy of FloridaHSFootball.com.