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44 Days Until Friday Night Lights Return – Navarre Raiders

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44 Days Until Friday Night Lights Return – Navarre Raiders
 
Some days in a journey call for celebration, others call for reflection.
Today, we simply remember a teammate who wore the maroon and black.
Forever a Raider.
 
Now, let’s continue to chart where the journey takes us…
 
44 games ago – Navarre 29, Crestview 22 (2021)
 
Crestview…6 3 7 6 – 22
Navarre…7 8 0 14 – 29
 
Stars of the Game
Offense – Hunter Pfeister (11-20, 96 yards, TD); Chris Decorte (13 carries, 94 yards, TD
Defense – Devin Wright (18 tackles, 2 TFL); Christian Caballero (18 tackles, 2 CF, TFL); Hunter Crowder (16 tackles); Connor Black (15 tackles)
 
44th win in school history – Navarre 26, Choctaw 24 (2007)
 
The Raiders rebounded after a tough loss on the road to Fort Walton Beach Vikings to beat Choctaw and improve to 5-1 on the season.
 
Raiders that have worn #44
Matt Stephens – Class of 2000 – first graduating class
John Alexander – Class of 2003
John Hermance – Class of 2007
Trey Palombo – Class of 2009
Devin Colonel – Class of 2013 – passed away in 2022
Caleb Dale – Class of 2018 – Samford University (AL)
Wyatt Bucey – Class of 2021
Jacob Herrera – Class of 2023
Jason Lutte – Class of 2026
 
Statistics that involve #44
44 – assisted tackles in a career – T. J. Williams (2003-05)
44 – receptions in a season – Kyle Irby (2007)
44 – assisted tackles in a career – Nolan Lemaitre (2009-10)
44.5 – tackle points in a season – Royce Thomas (2016)
44 – solo tackles in a season – Dante Wright (2017)
44 – completions in a season – Hunter Pfeister (2021)
44 – receptions in a season – Jadon Reese (2022)
44 – solo tackles in a season – Marquez White (2023)
44 – points scored in a season – Nate Hanson (2023)
44 – solo tackles in a season – EZ Gaska (2024)
44 – total tackles (solo/assists) in a season – Curtis Sanders (2024)
44 – tackle points in a season – Landon Johns (2025)
 
Navarre is 20-24 in their last 44 games.

45 Days Until Friday Night Lights Return – Navarre Raiders

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45 Days Until Friday Night Lights Return – Navarre Raiders
 
The destination is coming into view.
The course has been set.
It’s time to keep moving forward…one day at a time.
 
Now, let’s continue to chart where the journey takes us…
 
45 games ago – Niceville 31, Navarre 9 (2021)
 
Navarre…0 9 0 0 – 9
Niceville…14 0 3 14 – 31
 
Stars of the Game
Offense – Kyle Chambers (10-19, 131 yards, 19 carries, 86 yards, TD); Terence Marshall (2 receptions, 75 yards)
Defense – Christian Caballero (14 tackles, 2 TFL, 2 CF); Hunter Crowder (12 tackles, TFL, FR); Devin Wright (11 tackles;) Derek Percivalle (11 tackles, 2 TFL)
 
45th win in school history – Navarre 42, Crestview 23 (2007)
 
Raiders got back to their winning ways at home and finished the 2007 home schedule with a 5-1 record. Navarre would not have much time to enjoy this win over the Bulldogs, as they had a Monday night make-up game against QB Dustin Land and the Milton Panthers.
 
Raiders that have worn #45
Kris Phelps – Class of 2001
Josh Livingston – Class of 2003
Jeff Elliott – Class of 2008
Walter Hill – Class of 2009
Michael Arnold – Class of 2011
Troy Moxley – Class of 2021
 
Statistics that involve #45
45 – points scored against West Florida (2006)
45 – assisted tackles in a season – Robert Roux (2007)
45 – receptions in a season – Jordan Leggett (2011)
45 – solo tackles in a season – Damontell Thompson (2012)
45 – total tackles (solo/assists) in a season – Michael Sandle (2013)
45 – assisted tackles in a career – Tommy Leggett (2014-15)
45 – touchdowns scored in a season – Michael Carter (2016) – School Record
45 – solo tackles in a season – Aaron Mitchell (2016)
45 – tackle points in a season – Marc Struck (2016)
45 – assisted tackles in a career – Jordan Jefferson (2017-18)
45 – receptions in a season – Derek Percivalle (2021)
45 – assisted tackles in a season – Devin Wright (2021)
45 – total tackles (solo/assists) in a season – Trey Bragg (2022)
45 – solo tackles in a season – Matthew Lee (2025)
 
Navarre is 21-24 in their last 45 games.

46 Days Until Friday Night Lights Return – Navarre Raiders

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46 Days Until Friday Night Lights Return – Navarre Raiders
 
The destination is beginning to come into view…
That destination is Bennett C. Russell Stadium.
But, there’s still work to be done.
 
Now, let’s continue to chart where the journey takes us…
 
36 games ago – Navarre 41, Pace 34 (2021)
 
Navarre…6 27 0 8 – 41
Pace…7 0 13 14 – 34
 
Stars of the Game
Offense – Kyle Chambers (11-16, 270 yards, 3 TDs, 10 carries, 115 yards, 2 TDs); Terence Marshall (2 receptions, 146 yards, 2 TDs); Derek Percivalle (8 receptions, 110 yards)
Defense – Christian Caballero (30 tackles – School Record, 22 solo/8 assists, 2 TFL); Connor Black (11 tackles); Derek Percivalle (11 tackles)
 
46th win in school history – Navarre 35, Gulf Breeze 14 (2007)
 
Navarre scored four touchdowns on plays of 20 yards or more. This was the last win for Head Coach Larry Olson, finishing off a six-year stint as the Raiders head coach at 30-29. He led Navarre to their first two playoff appearances (2006 & 2007) in school history.
 
Raiders that have worn #46
DB James McCloskey – Class of 2015
RB Ameer Rustom – Class of 2023 – Mars Hill University (Weightlifting)
 
Statistics that involve #46
46 – assisted tackles in a career – Lloyd Heflin (1999-2000)
46 – tackle points in a season – Jacob Kendall (2013)
46 – pass attempts in a game – Matthew Webb (2014) – School Record
46 – assisted tackles in a career – Jay Klosinski (2014-15)
46.5 – tackles points in a season – Ryan Diamco (2015)
46 – solo tackles in a season – Tyson Brown (2016)
46 – total tackles (solo/assists) in a season – Jordan Jefferson (2017)
46.5 – tackle points in a season – Nolan Garrett (2017)
46.5 – tackle points in a season – Matthew Downey (2018)
46 – total tackles (solo/assists) in a career – Connor Eastwood (2019-20)
46 – solo tackles in a season – Connor Black (2023)
46 – tackle points in a season – Braxton Barr (2024)
 
Navarre is 21-25 in their last 46 games.

47 Days Until Friday Night Lights Return – Navarre Raiders

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47 Days Until Friday Night Lights Return – Navarre Raiders
 
Everyone honored today once stood where the next generation stands now.
The dream isn’t waiting to be found–it’s waiting to be earned.
Forty-seven days until another chapter begins.

Now, let’s chart where the journey has already taken us…

47 games ago – Mosley 30, Navarre 7 (2021)
 
Mosley…7 14 7 2 – 30
Navarre…7 0 0 0 – 7
 
Stars of the Game
Offense – Kyle Chambers (7-19, 72 yards, 18 carries, 86 yards, TD)
Defense – Hunter Crowder (15 tackles, CF); Devin Wright (13 tackles); Christian Caballero (12 tackles)
 
47th win in school history – Navarre 20, West Florida 3 (2008)
 
West Florida…3 0 0 0 – 3
Navarre…0 20 0 0 – 20
 
Stars of the Game
Offense – Andrew Velasquez (14-20, 236 yards, 2 TDs); Michael Pettus (5 receptions, 89 yards, 10 carries, 57 yards)
Defense – Ronnie Wesson (11 tackles); Adam Hamilton (10 solo tackles); Tre’von Allen (10 tackles)
 
Raiders that have worn #47
Brandon Wilhelm – Class of 2017
Dusty Rogers – Class of 2017 – didn’t play Senior season – played baseball at Waldorf College (IA)
Alex Minisall – Class of 2023
Caden Nutt – Class of 2024
Ben Buttelyoun – Class of 2026
John Del Valle – Class of 2027
 
Statistics that involve #47
47 – touchdowns scored in a career – Dwayne Carter (2009-11)
47 – tackle points in a season – Marcus Mays (2013)
47 – receptions in a season – Blake Malter (2013)
47 – solo tackles in a season – Will Robinson-Pettus (2013)
47 – solo tackles in a season – Christian Gill (2013)
47 – tackle points in a season – Matthew Downey (2017)
47 – solo tackles in a season – Joshua Wilson (2022)
47 – total tackles (solo/assists) in a season – Cooper Black (2024)
47 – total tackles (solo/assists) in a season – Bryce Moore (2024)
47 – solo tackles in a season – Zeke Burgess (2025)
 
Navarre is 22-25 in their last 47 games.

48 Days Until Friday Night Lights Return – Navarre Raiders

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48 Days Until Friday Night Lights Return – Navarre Raiders
 
The countdown continues…the standard advances.
One brotherhood…One mission.
The pursuit of greatness.
 
Now, let’s continue to chart where the journey has already taken us…
 
48 games ago – Navarre 24, Leon 14 (2021)
 
Navarre…14 0 10 0 – 24
Leon…0 7 0 7 – 14
 
Stars of the Game
Offense – Kyle Chambers (14-21, 226 yards, 2 TDs, 8 carries, 86 yards, TD); Terence Marshall (7 receptions, 149 yards, TD)
Defense – Devin Wright (14 tackles, TFL, QBH); Hunter Crowder (14 tackles); Christian Caballero (10 tackles, sack, TFL)
Special Teams – Taylor Gardner (1-1 FGs – 28 yards); Devin Wright (3-3 XPs)
 
48th win in school history – Navarre 28, Milton 7 (2008)
 
The Raiders recorded their second win on the season and improved their record to 2-2.
 
Raiders that have worn #48
Chris Day – Class of 2004
Mike Hagewood – Class of 2007 – Cumberland University (TN)
Keith Munday – Class of 2008
Matt Burrell – Class of 2010
Damontell Thompson – Class of 2014
Isaiah Heyward – Class of 2019
Cade Fugate – Class of 2026
 
Statistics that involve #48
48 – solo tackles in a career – Andre Mahone (2000-02)
48 – assisted tackles in a career – Chris Anderson (2008-10)
48 – solo tackles in a career – Howie Walker (2012-13)
48 – total tackles (solo/assists) in a season – Jacob Kendall (2013)
48 – extra points made in a season – Luke Morton (2014)
48 – points scored in a season – Matthew Webb (2014)
48 – assisted tackles in a season – Bo Hering (2014)
48 – total assisted tackles in a career – Charlie Alevras (2015-16)
48 – points scored in a season – Caine Adamson (2016)
48 – total tackles (solo/assists) in a season – Matthew Downey (2017)
48 – tackle points in a season – Cameron Thomas (2017)
48 – tackle points in a season – Grady Kelly (2020)
48 – points scored in a season – Terence Marshall (2022)
48 – solo tackles in a season – Andre Spence (2022)
48 – tackle points in a season – Connor Black (2022)
48 – points scored in a season – Hunter Pfeister (2023)
48 – total assists in a career – EZ Gaska (2023-24)
48 – receptions in a season – Marquez White (2025)
 
Navarre is 22 -26 in their last 48 games.

49 Days Until Friday Night Lights Return – Navarre Raiders

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49 Days Until Friday Night Lights Return – Navarre Raiders
 
May your sails be still.
Your waters remain calm.
And your course remain true.
Remember…It’s Always Greater To Be A Raider.
 
Now, let’s continue to chart where the journey has already taken us…
 
49 games ago – Navarre 35, Tate 14 (2021)
 
Tate…7 7 0 0 – 14
Navarre…6 14 0 15 – 35
 
Stars of the Game
Offense – Kyle Chambers (12-24, 103 yards, TD, 6 carries, 139 yards, 3 TDs); Derek Percivalle (5 receptions, 63 yards, TD)
Defense – Devin Wright (16 tackles, TFL); Christian Caballero (10 tackles, QBH, CF)
 
49th win in school history – Navarre 18, Gulf Breeze 9 (2008)
 
Navarre beat Gulf Breeze for the second straight year behind QB Jeff VanCamp (played at Florida Atlantic) and would go on to beat Gulf Breeze nine straight years before the streak would end in 2016.
 
Billy Mitchell would sign with the Marshall Thundering Herd; where he would be a 3-year starter at outside/inside linebacker. He attended Navarre as a freshman before his family moved to Oregon for two years (where he was All-State in Track) after Hurricane Dennis hit the Florida Panhandle. But he returned for his senior season.
 
Raiders that have worn #49
Josiah Nitsch – Class of 2003
RKyle Gambera – Class of 2009
Logan Willson – Class of 2011 – U.S. Air Force
Everette Alford – Class of 2015 – Head Coach at Port St Lucie
Ryan Struck – Class of 2017 – Huntingdon College (AL)
Fernando Gomez – Class of 2020
Hunter Crowder – Class of 2022
Will Egen – Class of 2027
 
Statistics that involve #49
49 – career receptions – Kyle Irby (2006-07)
49 – points scored against Holmes County (2006)
49 – points scored against Walton (2009)
49 – points scored against Milton (2010)
49 – points scored against Pace (2014)
49 – points scored against FWB (2014)
49 – points scored against Dothan (2014)
49 – assisted tackles in a season – Bo Hering (2015)
49 – tackle points in a season – Jordan Jefferson (2017)
49 – points scored against Pace (2017)
49 – points scored against Niceville (2017)
49 – points scored against Pace (2018)
49 – points scored against Milton (2018)
49 – points scored against Carroll AL (2023)
49 – points scored against Gulf Breeze (2023)
49 – solo tackles in a season – Andre Spence (2023)
 
Navarre has scored 49 points or more on 27 different occasions and has given up 49 or more points in 17 games.
 
Navarre is 23 -26 in their last 49 games.

50 Days Until Friday Night Lights Return – Navarre Raiders

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50 Days Until Friday Night Lights Return – Navarre Raiders
 
The standard never changes.
Dedication and commitment are common practice.
The next generation of Raiders continue to rise up.
 
Now, let’s chart where the journey has already taken us…
 
50 games ago – Milton 18, Navarre 13 (2021)
 
Navarre…0 0 0 13 – 13
Milton…6 6 0 6 – 18
 
After 10 straight wins against the Panthers, the Raiders drop one on the road as the offense was stuck in neutral for the majority of the game.
 
Stars of the Game
Offense – Chris Decorte (14 carries, 69 yards)
Defense – Devin Wright (12 tackles, sack, TFL, QBH); Christian Caballero (11 tackles, TFL)
 
50th win in school history – Navarre 49, Walton 27 (2009)
 
Navarre…14 7 21 7 – 49
Walton…0 21 6 0 – 27
 
On a very windy night (gusts over 30 MPH) in Defuniak Springs, the Raiders managed to find their first victory of the season after five straight losses to start the 2009 campaign. It was a coming out party for sophomore Dwayne Carter as he rushed for over 180 yards.
 
Raiders that have worn #50
John Simmons – Class of 2003
Mark Gallrein – Class of 2006
Brian Baswell – Class of 2009 – served in USMC & US Army
Mitch Posey – Class of 2013
Sean Dunlap – Class of 2015
Matthew McLeod – Class of 2016
Connor Brasell – Class of 2019
Braxton Barr – Class of 2025
Isaia Kisena – Class of 2028
 
Statistics that involve #50
50 – assisted tackles in a career – Frank Willis (1999-2001)
50 – assisted tackles in a career – Johnny Robinson-Pettus (2010-12)
50 – points scored in a season – Michael Carter (2013)
50 – solo tackles in a season – Xavier Fernandez (2014)
50 – points scored in a season – Quentin Randolph (2014)
50 – assisted tackles in a career – Jay Klosinski (2014-15)
50 – total tackles (solo/assists) in a season – Royce Thomas (2016)
50 – total tackles (solo/assists) in a season – Matthew Downey (2018)
50 – total tackles (solo/assists) in a season – Tyler England (2019)
50 – points scored in a season – Terence Marshall (2021)
50 – solo tackles in a career – Tyrell Marshall (2021-2023)
 
The first time that the Raiders scored at least 50 points in a game was against Gulf Shores (AL) in 2000, 54-0. The first time Navarre allowed at least 50 points was against Walton in 1999, 62-29.
 
Navarre is 24-26 in their last 50 games.

51 Days Until Friday Night Lights Return – Navarre Raiders

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51 Days Until Friday Night Lights Return – Navarre Raiders
 
Guardians of the standard.
From the first class to the next wave of Raiders.
 
Now, let’s continue to chart where the journey has already taken us…
 
51 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)
 
51st win in school history – Navarre 13, Escambia 10 (2009)
 
Navarre…0 7 6 0 – 13
Escambia…3 0 7 0 – 10
 
The Raiders defense limited the Gators to 167 total yards (113 passing/54 rushing) as they picked up their second win on the season. Navarre is 7-3 all-time against Escambia.
 
Raiders that have worn #51
Robert Brockman – Class of 2000 – first graduating class
Troy Rivera – Class of 2003
A.J. Carroll – Class of 2006
Jarrod Bauldree – Class of 2009
Marvin Darby – Class of 2013
Cameron Myers – Class of 2015
Kyle Kaschak – Class of 2020
Kamal Rustom – Class of 2022
Marcus Sweet – Class of 2024
Austin Seigl – Class of 2027
 
Statistics that involve #51
51 – solo tackles in a career – Troy Rivera (2000-02)
51 – points scored in a game – vs. West Florida (Week 2 – 2007)
51 – points scored in a game – vs. Escambia (Week 7 – 2010)
51 – assisted tackles in a career – Will Robinson-Pettus (2012-13)
51 – total tackles (solo/assists) in a season – Anthony Miller (2015)
51 – solo tackles in a season – Lee Jones (2016)
51 – total tackles (solo/assists) in a season – Nolan Garrett (2017)
51 – assisted tackles in a career – Nolan Garrett (2017-18)
51 – receptions in a season – Tyler England (2019) – 6th all-time
 
Navarre is 24-27 in their last 51 games.

52 Days Until Friday Night Lights Return – Navarre Raiders

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52 Days Until Friday Night Lights Return – Navarre Raiders
 
Raise the standard.
Every generation answers the call.
Every storm fuels us, but excellence is what defines us.
 
Now, let’s continue to chart where the journey has already taken us…
 
52 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 (5 tackles, 4 TFL
Special Teams – Preston Penton (3-3 XPs)
 
52nd win in school history – Navarre 42, Gulf Breeze 12 (2009)
 
Navarre benefitted from 18 Gulf Breeze penalties and scored 21 points off of Dolphin turnovers. After starting the season with five straight losses, the Raiders won three of their last five games to finish up the 2009 campaign at 3-7.
 
Raiders that have worn #52
James Kempton – Class of 2003
Asa Dalphone – Class of 2007 – U.S. Marine Corps
David Vincent Wills – Class of 2010
Michael Lauber – Class of 2011
Marc Collins – Class of 2017
Grady Kelly – Class of 2021 – Colorado State, Florida State & Michigan State
Paddy Freeman – Class of 2023
 
Statistics that involve #52
52 – solo tackles in a career – Rocky Brock (1999-2000)
52 – assisted tackles in a career – Kevin Moore (1999-2000)
52 – assisted tackles in a career – Adam Hamilton (2007-08)
52 – assisted tackles in a season – Damontell Thompson (2013)
52.5 – tackle points in a season – Alex Todd (2013)
52 – solo tackles in a season – Bo Hering (2014)
52 – tackle points in a season – Dylan Main (2014)
52 – tackle points in a career – Tyler Morton (2014-15)
52 – kicking points scored in a season – Brady Hammel (2015)
52 – total tackles (solo/assists) in a season – Aaron Mitchell (2015)
52.5 – tackles points in a season – Dante Wright (2017)
52 – total tackles (solo/assists) in a season – James Segrest (2017)
52 – total tackles (solo/assists) in a season – Xayvion Thomas (2018)
52 – points scored in a season – Preston Penton (2019)
52 – total tackles (solo/assists) in a season – Mekhi Domino (2020)
 
Navarre is 25-27 in their last 52 games.

53 Days Until Friday Night Lights Return – Navarre Raiders

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53 Days Until Friday Night Lights Return – Navarre Raiders
 
Raise the standard.
Every generation answers the call.
 
Now, let’s continue to chart where the journey has already taken us…
 
53 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); Jebari Mitchell (4 receptions, 86 yards)
Defense – Devin Wright (10 tackles, TFL); Grady Kelly (5 tackles, 4 sacks, 4 TFL, 2 QBH)
Special Teams – Preston Penton (3-3 XPs, 1-1 FGs, 42, 3 punts, 40.7 average)
 
53rd win in school history – Navarre 14, Fort Walton Beach 0 (2010)
 
Fort Walton Beach…0 0 0 0 – 0
Navarre…0 0 7 7 – 14
 
The Raiders defense held the Vikings to 173 total yards (161 passing/12 rushing) in the opening game of the 2010 season.
 
Raiders that have worn #53
Clifton Becker – Class of 2003
Austin Lewis – Class of 2005
Troy Fletcher – Class of 2011
Luke Hines – Class of 2022
Hedwin Garcia – Class of 2023
Talon Stevens – Class of 2025
Sami Rustom – Class of 2027
 
Statistics that involve #53
53 – assisted tackles in a career – Troy Rivera (2000-02)
53 – tackle points in a season – Dylan Main (2014)
53.5 – tackle points in a season – Everette Alford (2014)
53.5 – tackle points in a season – Tyson Brown (2016)
53 – solo tackles in a career – Tyson Brown (2015-16)
53.5 – tackle points in a season – James Segrest (2017)
53.5 – tackle points in a career – Alex Gilchrist (2017-18)
53.5 – tackle points in a season – Jordan Jefferson (2018)
53 – points scored against Washington (2018)
53 – points scored against Choctaw (2018)
53 – kicking points scored in a season – Kevin Taich (2018)
53 – tackle points in a season – Xayvion Thomas (2018)
53.5 – tackle points in a season – Jordan Jefferson (2018)
53 – carries in a season – Jaden Rivera (2019)
53 – solo tackles in a career – Bailey Huston (2019-20)
53 – tackle points in a season – Devin Wright (2020)
 
Navarre is 25-28 in their last 53 games.