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19 Days to Kickoff – Navarre Raiders

August 3, 2025 by irishbillsports

19 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.

19 games ago – Navarre 45, Rickards 18 (2023)

The Raiders dominated Rickards for their first win on the season after two straight setbacks.

Rickards…0 6 6 6 – 18
Navarre…14 24 7 0 – 45

Stars of the Game
Offense – Hunter Pfeister – 8-15, 154 yards, 2 TDs; Connor Matthews – 14 carries, 122 yards, 4 TDs
Defense – Vinny Villanova – 7 tackles
Special Teams – Tyler Daniell – 6-6 XPs, 1-1 FGs (33)

19th win in school history – Navarre 21, Gulf Breeze 13 (2002)

The Raiders registered one in the win column as they halted their five-game losing streak. This was the first-ever win against the Dolphins in the series. Navarre leads the overall series, 17-9.

Raiders that have worn #19
LB Teddy Harrell – Class of 2016
RB Tevin “TJ” Peltier – Class of 2021
LB Landon Mentzler – Class of 2023
QB Peyton Johns – Class of 2029

Statistics that involve #19
19 – rushing touchdowns in a career – Frank Willis (1999-2001)
19 – touchdown passes in a career – Dusty Jones (2009-11)
19 – rushing touchdowns in a season – Jay Warren (2010)
19 – touchdown passes in a season – Matthew Webb (2014)
19 – tackles for loss in a season – Anthony Miller (2014) – 3rd All-Time
19 – solo tackles in a season – Jay Klosinski (2014)
19 – solo tackles in a season – Lee Jones (2015)
19 – assisted tackles in a career – Dante Wright (2016-18)
19 – solo tackles in a season – Mitchell Hunt (2017)
19 – touchdown passes in a season – Marlon Courtney III (2018)
19 – assisted tackles in a season – Jordan Jefferson (2018)
19 – solo tackles in a season – Sebastian Melendez (2019)
19 – assisted tackles in a season – Dom Cunningham (2022)
19 – touchdown passes in a season – Hunter Pfeister (2022) – tied 2nd All-Time

The Raiders have scored 19 points in a game on three different occasions:

2000 – Choctaw 44, Navarre 19
2012 – Navarre 19, Pace 13
2013 – Navarre 19, Milton 0

Navarre is 10-9 in their last 19 games.

20 Days to Kickoff – Navarre Raiders

August 2, 2025 by irishbillsports

20 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.

20 games ago – Pine Forest 40, Navarre 17 (2023)

Navarre…0 10 0 7 – 17
Pine Forest…6 14 13 7 – 40

Stars of the Game
Offense – Connor Matthews – 18 carries, 91 yards
Defense – Andre Spence – 9 tackles, interception
Special Teams – Tyler Daniell – 2-2 XPs, 1-1 FGs (27)

20th win in school history – Navarre 36, Northview 8 (2002)

This was the last time that the Raiders would play the Chiefs. The overall series is tied at 2-2.

Raiders that have worn #20
Anthony Byrne – Class of 2000 – first graduating class
RB/DB Patrick Hess – Class of 2004
DB Sam Harton – Class of 2007
WR Joel Beauchemin – Class of 2011
WR Gunner Casey – Class of 2012
LB Kody Kelley – Class of 2013
WR Quentin Randolph – Class of 2015
– National Champ at University of West Florida
– currently playing with the Vegas Knight Hawks of the Indoor Football League
LB Nolan Garrett – Class of 2018
RB Joseph Simmons – Class of 2021
RB Dexter Jefferson – Class of 2023
DB Landon Johns – Class of 2026

Statistics that involve #20:
20 – rushing touchdowns in a season – Dwayne Carter (2010) – 4th All-Time
20 – touchdown receptions in a career – Brad Leggett (2009-11) – tied for 2nd All-Time
20 – total touchdowns in a career – Brad Leggett (2009-11)
20 – tackles for loss in a career – Christian Gill (2011-13)
20 – completions in a game – Caine Adamson (2016)
20 – solo tackles in a season – Jordan Jefferson (2017)
20 – touchdown passes in a season – Sage Chambers (2017) – Navarre Record
20 – completions in a game – Marlon Courtney III (2018)
20 – solo tackles in a season – Dante Wright (2018)
20 – solo tackles in a season – Grady Kelly (2020)
20 – assisted tackles in a season – Andre Spence (2022)
20 – assisted tackles in a season – Isaac Cole (2022)
20 – completions in a game – vs. Creekside (Playoffs) – Hunter Pfeister (2022)
20 – touchdown receptions in a career – Terence Marshall (2021-23) – tied for 2nd All-time
20 – total tackles in a game vs. Mosley – Vinny Villanova (2023)
20 – total tackles in a game vs. Mosley – Andre Spence (2023)
20 – assisted tackles in a season – Braxton Barr (2023)
20 – solo tackles in a season – Braxton Barr (2023)
20 – games played against an opponent – Crestview (2001-24)
20.5 – tackle points in a season – Roan Strom (2024)
20.5 – tackle points in a season – Jacari Thomas (2024)
20 – solo tackles in a season – Roan Strom (2024)
20 – solo tackles in a season – Joshua Wilson (2024)

Navarre is 10-10 in their last 20 games.

21 Days to Kickoff – Navarre Raiders

August 1, 2025 by irishbillsports

21 days (3 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.

21 games ago – Catholic 34, Navarre 27 OT (2023)

Catholic…0 13 7 7 7 – 34
Navarre…7 3 14 3 0 – 27

Stars of the Game
Offense – Connor Matthews – 19 carries, 130 yards, 2 TDs
Defense – Andre Spence – 13 tackles, CF; Vinny Villanova – 10 tackles, 2 TFL; Connor Black – 71-yard fumble return, TD
Special Teams – Tyler Daniell – 3-3 XPs, 2-2 FGs (33/42)

21st win in school history – Navarre 27, Arlington Country Day 8 (2003)

The previous season against Arlington Country Day the Raiders were credited with a win after the Apaches had to forfeit the game. This was the last time that these two teams played each other, Navarre leads the overall series, 2-0.

Raiders that have worn #21
DB Justin Wilson – Class of 2005
LB Robert Roux – Class of 2008
DB Larry Leonard – Class of 2011
DB Mason Mikul – Class of 2013
WR Tyrell Courtney – Class of 2015
DB Salamon Buss – Class of 2017
DB Kevon Washington – Class of 2018
DB Kobe Johnson – Class of 2020
RB/TE Isaiah Miller – Class of 2021
DB Deuce Nedd – Class of 2022
DB C.J. Hill – Class of 2025 – transferred to Pine Forest; currently at U.S. Air Force Academy
DB Cooper Black – Class of 2025
DB Noah Wariner – Class of 2027

Statistics that involve #21:
21 – tackles for loss (11) & sacks (10) in a career – Eugene Robinson (2007-09)
21 – losses in coaching career (22-21) – Chad Lashley (2008-11)
21 – completions in a game – Dusty Jones (2011)
21 – assisted tackles in a career – Elijah Appel (2011-12)
21 – sacks in a career – Josh Carter (2015-18) – 2nd All-Time
21 – assisted tackles in a season – Maurice Nedd (2021)
21 – solo tackles in a season – Connor Black (2021)
21.5 – tackle points in a season – Zavier Hamilton (2022)
21.5 – tackle points in a season – Dom Cunningham (2022)
21 – tackle points in a season – Tyrell Marshall (2022)
21 – solo tackles in a season – Tristan Ferrara (2023)
21 – playoff games coached – Jay Walls (2012-23)
21.5 – tackle points in a season – Joshua Wilson (2024)

The Raiders have scored 21 points in a game on 24 different occasions; they are 8-16 in those games.

Navarre is 10-11 in their last 21 games.

22 Days to Kickoff – Navarre Raiders

July 31, 2025 by irishbillsports

22 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.

22 games ago – Creekside 47, Navarre 20 (Playoffs – 2022)

Creekside…10 24 10 3 – 47
Navarre…0 20 0 0 – 20

Stars of the Game
Offense – Hunter Pfeister – 20-40, 309 yards, TD; 14 carries, 112 yards, 2 TDs; Jadon Reese – 8 receptions, 146 yards; Terence Marshall – 6 receptions, 111 yards, TD
Defense – Dwayne Clark Jr – 12 tackles; Dante Core – 10 tackles

22nd win in school history – Navarre 31, Catholic 18 (2003)

Raiders start the season 2-0 for the 3rd time in their short existence, running Coach Olson’s career record to 6-6.

Raiders that have worn #22
DB/WR Lucas Thomas – Class of 2003
RB Tashan Verdell – Class of 2006
DB Russell Mertens – Class of 2007
DB/PK Adam Hamilton – Class of 2009
DB Gio Randolph – Class of 2011 – played at Grambling State
DB Elijah Appel – Class of 2013
LB Cade Taylor – Class of 2018 – played baseball at Southwest Tennessee (TN)
DB Derek Percivalle – Class of 2022 – played football at Webber International (FL)
DB Trey Bragg – Class of 2023
RB/DB Curtis Sanders – Class of 2026

Statistics that involve #22:
22 – wins by a coach in his career (22-21) – Chad Lashley (2008-11)
22 – rushing touchdowns in a season – Dwayne Carter (2011) – 3rd All-Time
22 – assisted tackles in a season – Dylan Main (2014)
22 – assisted tackles in a season – Jay Klosinski (2014)
22 – touchdown passes in a career – Caine Adamson (2014-16)
22 – tackles for loss in a season – Jordan Jefferson (2018) – 2nd All-Time
22 – solo tackles in a season – Connor Eastwood (2019)
22 – solo tackles in a season – Sebastian Melendez (2020)
22 – quarterback hurries in a season – EZ Gaska (2023)

Navarre has scored 22 points in a game on four different occasions (all losses):
2006 – Gulf Breeze 24, Navarre 22
2011 – Pensacola 29, Navarre 22
2013 – Catholic 45, Navarre 22
2015 – Tate 23, Navarre 22 (2OT – Playoffs)

Navarre is 10-12 in their last 22 games.

23 Days to Kickoff – Navarre Raiders

July 30, 2025 by irishbillsports

23 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.

23 games ago – Niceville 35, Navarre 14 (2022)

Niceville…7 14 7 7 – 35
Navarre…7 0 7 0 – 14

Stars of the Game
Offense – Jadon Reese – 2 receptions, 53 yards, TD
Defense – Connor Black – 14 tackles, 3 QBH; Andre Spence – 11 tackles; Joshua Wilson – 10 tackles; Trey Bragg – 10 tackles

23rd win in school history – Navarre 42, Woodham 3 (2003)

The Raiders started the season 3-0 for first time in school history; it was their fifth consecutive win as well. This was the last season for Woodham; as Navarre took the all-time series, 2-1.

Raiders that have worn #23:
WR Alex Wattley – Class of 2014 – played at Trinity Bible College (ND)
DB Caden Howard – Class of 2022 – track & field at Huntingdon College (AL) & University of Alabama-Huntsville (AL)
RB Anthony Gassaway – Class of 2025 – transferred to Fort Walton Beach
DB Ryder Longo – Class of 2026

Statistics that involve #23:
23 – assisted tackles in a season – Lee Jones (2016)
23 – assisted tackles in a season – Isaiah Heyward (2018)
23 – solo tackles in a season – Quinn Caballero (2018)
23 – receptions in a season – Terence Marshall (2021)
23 – solo tackles in a season – Kiohne Moso (2022)
23 – total games against an opponent – Pace (2000-24)
23 – total games against an opponent – Catholic (1998-2024)
23 – total tackles (solo/assists) in a season – Joshua Wilson (2024)
23 – total tackles (solo/assists) in a season – Will Payton (2024)

The Raiders have scored 23 points in a game on four different occasions:
2003 – Navarre 23, Bay 20
2008 – Catholic 37, Navarre 23
2011 – Pace 27, Navarre 23
2022 – Navarre 23, Pace 21

Navarre is 11-12 in their last 23 games.

24 Days to Kickoff – Navarre Raiders

July 29, 2025 by irishbillsports

24 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.

24 games ago – Navarre 28, Gulf Breeze 24 (2022)

Navarre…0 7 14 7 – 28
Gulf Breeze…7 3 7 7 – 24

Stars of the Game
Offense – Hunter Pfeister – 14-21, 244 yards, 2 TDs, rushing TD; Terence Marshall – 8 receptions, 183 yards, TD
Defense – Joshua Wilson – 9 tackles, sack

24th win in school history – Navarre 34, Pine Forest 3 (2003)

The Raiders won four of their first five games to start the season (first time in school history), by doing so, they finished above .500 for the first time in program history as well.

Raiders that have worn #24
Forest Ward – Class of 2000 – first graduating class
RB/DB Sean Acosta – Class of 2003
DB J.R. Milioti – Class of 2006
WR Josh Brooks – Class of 2008
DB Greg Moses – Class of 2009
WR Alex Horton – Class of 2012
DB Kevin Cohan – Class of 2014
DB Colin Marsh – Class of 2015
RB/DB Bailey Huston – Class of 2021 – played at Huntingdon College
LB Chase Marsh – Class of 2023
DB Jayden Jones – Class of 2027

Statistics that involve #24
24 – rushing touchdowns in a career – Jay Warren (2010-12)
24 – points scored in a game – Jay Warren (2012)
24 – solo tackles in a season – Brock Barberi (2013)
24.5 – tackle points in a season – Kyle Arrasmith (2013)
24 – assisted tackles in a career – Dylan Main (2013-14)
24 – completions in a game (twice) – Matthew Webb (2014)
24 – solo tackles in a season – Thomas Leggett (2015)
24 – assisted tackles in a season – Jay Klosinski (2015)
24 – points scored in a game – Michael Carter (twice – 2016)
24 – assisted tackles in a season – Cameron Thomas (2017)
24 – assisted tackles in a season – James Segrest (2017)
24 – tackles (solo/assists) in a season – Jeffery Mattox (2018-19)
24 – points scored in a game – Dante Wright (2018)
24 – points scored in a game – Tyler England (2019)
24 – points scored in a game – Connor Mathews – twice (2023)
24 – touchdowns in a season – Connor Mathews (2023)

Raiders have scored 24 points in a game on four different occasions.

Navarre is 11-13 in their last 24 games.

25 Days to Kickoff – Navarre Raiders

July 28, 2025 by irishbillsports

25 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.

25 games ago – Navarre 23, Pace 21 (2022)

Pace…7 7 0 7 – 21
Navarre…7 9 7 0 – 23

With Connor Mathews making his first start, filling in for the injured Eddie Love Jr., the Raiders didn’t miss a beat as they moved to 3-0 in District play. This was the 13th straight time that Navarre has beat Pace.

Stars of the Game
Offense – Connor Matthews – 22 carries, 198 yards; Jadon Reese – 2 TD receptions
Defense – Connor Black – 11 tackles, interception

25th win in school history – Navarre 23, Bay 20 (2003)

They met on the gridiron each year between 2001 and 2004, but have not played each other since. Series is tied at 2-2.

Raiders that have worn #25
DB Terry Lee – Class of 2006
RB Kwamane Howard – Class of 2009
LB Gerry Dilworth – Class of 2011
RB Jay Warren – Class of 2013 – played at Florida Atlantic
DB Dylan Main – Class of 2015 – played at Birmingham Southern (AL)
LB Xavier Fernandez – Class of 2017 – U.S. Air Force
DB Gabe Davis – Class of 2020
DB Marvin Sacdalan – Class of 2022
LB/RB Andre Spence – Class of 2025 – currently at University of South Alabama

Statistics that involve #25
25 – total touchdowns in a career – Jay Warren (2010-12) – 5th all-time
25 – assisted tackles in a season – Will Robinson-Pettus (2013)
25 – solo tackles in a season – Anthony Miller (2015)
25 – tackles for loss in a career – Xavier Fernandez (2014-16)
25 – rushing touchdowns in a career – Dante Wright (2016-18) – 3rd all-time
25 – assisted tackles in a season – Nolan Garrett (2017)
25 – assisted tackles in a season – EZ Gaska (2024)

Navarre is 12-13 in their last 25 games.

26 Days to Kickoff – Navarre Raiders

July 28, 2025 by irishbillsports

26 days to kickoff of the 2025 Florida High School football season as the Navarre Raiders will host the Catholic on 22 Aug 2025 at the comfy confines of Bennett C. Russell Stadium.

26 games ago – Navarre 34, Milton 27 (2022)

The was the fifth straight that the Raiders put up at least 34 points in a game as they held on in their District match-up with their Santa Rosa County foe.

Milton…7 6 7 7 – 27
Navarre…12 0 15 7 – 34

Stars of the Game
Offense – Hunter Pfeister – 12-19, 175 yards, 2 TDs, 66 yards rushing; Eddie Love Jr – 10 carries, 149 yards, TD; Jadon Reese – 7 receptions, 68 yards, 2 TDs. 2-pt conv
Defense – Andre Spence – 15 tackles; Dwayne Clark Jr – 10 tackles, CF, FR; Connor Black – 10 tackles
Special Teams – Terence Marshall – 74-yard kickoff return, TD

26th win in school history – Navarre 34, West Florida 7 (2004)

Navarre got the season started with a non-district win at home. The Raiders have never lost to the Jaguars in their five meetings.

Raiders that have worn #26
LB/RB Marcus Jones – Class of 2016
DB Cameron Thomas – Class of 2019
DB Mekhi Domino – Class of 2021 – played at North Carolina Wesleyan (NC)
DB Ian Sones – Class of 2022
DB Xylon Subido – Class of 2027

Statistics that involve #26
26 – completions in a game – Dusty Jones (2011)
26 – assisted tackles in a season – Will Robinson-Pettus (2012)
26 – assisted tackles in a season – Anthony Miller (2015)
26 – solo tackles in a season – Aaron Mitchell (2015)
26 – assisted tackles in a season – Aaron Mitchell (2015)
26 – solo tackles in a season – Michael Sandle (2015)
26 – assisted tackles in a season – Nolan Garrett (2016)
26 – assisted tackles in a season – Jordan Jefferson (2017)
26 – solo tackles in a season – Cameron Thomas (2018)
26 – solo tackles in a season – Xayvion Thomas (2018)
26 – assisted tackles in a season – Xayvion Thomas (2018)
26 – solo tackles in a season – Mekhi Domino (2020)
26 – assisted tackles in a season – Mekhi Domino (2020)
26 – sacks in a career – Grady Kelly (2018-20) – Navarre Record
26 – points scored in a season – Chase Richardson (2021)
26 – solo tackles in a season – Landon Mentzler (2022)
26 – assisted tackles in a season – Dwayne Clark Jr (2022)
26 – assisted tackles in a season – Braxton Barr (2024)

Navarre is 13-13 in their last 26 games.

27 Days to Kickoff – Navarre Raiders

July 28, 2025 by irishbillsports

27 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.

27 games ago – Navarre 38, Mosley 35 (2022)

Taylor Gardner drills a 32-yard FG with four seconds left in a come from behind victory. This came after the Raiders converted a fourth and 16 on a 24-yard touchdown pass from Hunter Pfeister to Eddie Love Jr.

Navarre…7 14 7 10 – 38
Mosley…13 7 7 8 – 35

Stars of the Game
Offense – Hunter Pfeister – 224 yards passing, 2 TDs; Eddie Love Jr – 32 carries, 200 yards, TD, 24-yard TD reception; Jaden Reese – 6 receptions, 113 yards
Defense – Dante Core – 8 solo tackles; Mack Smith – 2 sacks; Andre Spence – 25-yard interception return, TD
Special Teams – Taylor Gardner – 3-4 XPs, 1-1 FGs (32 yard GW); Terence Marshall – 90-yard kickoff return, TD

27th win in school history – Navarre 14, Catholic 10 (2004)

In a season which was limited to eight games due to Hurricane Ivan, the Raiders started the season with two straight wins.

Raiders that have worn #27
DB Lavonte Geisser – Class of 2015
DB Tyson Brown – Class of 2017
DB Avery Biesel – Class of 2018
LB Matthew Poynter – Class of 2020
DB Connor Baird – Class of 2023
DB Marco Gonzalez – Class of 2025

Statistics that involve #27
27 – solo tackles in a season – Ryan Diamco (2015)
27 – tackles (solo/assists) in a season – Lee Jones (2015)
27 – solo tackles in a season – Bryson Brewer (2017)
27 – solo tackles in a season – Grady Kelly (2019)
27 – points scored in a season – Preston Penton (2020)
27 – solo tackles in a season – Chase Marsh (2022)
27.3 – average points scored in their 286 games (1998-2024)
27 – assisted tackles in a season – Marquez White (2024)

The Raiders have scored 27 points in a game on nine different occasions.

Navarre is 14-13 in their last 27 games.

28 Days to Kickoff – Navarre Raiders

July 28, 2025 by irishbillsports

28 days (4 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.

28 games ago – Navarre 38, Leon 7 (2022)

Leon…0 7 0 0 – 7
Navarre…14 7 10 7 – 38

Stars of the Game
Offense – Eddie Love Jr – 16 carries, 181 yards, TD, 22-yard TD reception
Defense – Dwayne Clark Jr – 10 tackles, 2 TFL; Kiohne Moso – 6 tackles, 2 sacks
Special Teams – Taylor Gardner – 5-5 XPs, 1-1 FGs (28)

28th win in school history – Navarre 26, Milton 23 (2004)

After losing their first four games in the series vs. Milton, the Raiders finally brought home their first win against their Santa Rosa County foe.

Raiders that have worn #28
RB/DB Will Sutter – Class of 2014 – U.S. Air Force; passed away in 2023
LB Jay Klosinski – Class of 2016
DB Matthew Downey – Class of 2019
LS Jackson Rainwater – Class of 20221
RB Jesus Caballero – Class of 2022
RB Connor Matthews – Class of 2025 – transferred to Niceville for Senior season
RB Keagan Gilbert – Class of 2027 – family moved back to Texas after sophomore season

Statistics that involve #28
28 – touchdown passes in a career – Austin Grimm (2006-07)
28 – touchdown passes in a career – Sage Chambers (2015-17)
28 – carries in a game – Michael Carter (2x) – (2016)
28 – solo tackles in a season – Nolan Garrett (2016)
28 – solo tackles in a season – James Segrest (2017)
28 – receptions in a season – Quinn Caballero (2017)
28 – solo tackles in a season – Jaden Rivera (2019)
28 – solo tackles in a season – Trey Bragg (2022)

The Raiders have scored 28 points in a game on 15 different occasions.

Navarre is 15-13 in their last 28 games.