Manatee County High School Football Results for Week Ending October 25
Manatee County teams faced a thrilling week of high school football action, with victories, upsets, and standout performances under the Friday night lights. Here's a breakdown of the week's final scores:
Manatee Hurricanes 41, Braden River Pirates 0
The Hurricanes delivered a dominant performance, shutting out the Pirates with an impressive 41-point lead. Manatee's defense stood strong, preventing Braden River from scoring throughout the game.
Northeast Vikings 37, Southeast Seminoles 6
The Vikings overpowered the Seminoles, securing a decisive win. Southeast struggled to find momentum, scoring only once against Northeast’s robust offense.
Parrish Community Bulls 35, Lakewood Ranch Mustangs 0
The Bulls kept a clean sheet against the Mustangs, ending the game with a solid 35-point lead. Parrish Community's strong offensive and defensive tactics gave them a clear edge throughout the night.
Palmetto Tigers 42, Lennard Longhorns 24
Palmetto Tigers emerged victorious in a high-scoring game, overcoming the Lennard Longhorns with a 42-24 scoreline. The Tigers' consistent offensive play earned them a comfortable win.
Bayshore Bruins 18, Gibbs Gladiators 16
In a nail-biter, the Bruins squeaked past the Gladiators with a two-point difference, securing a hard-fought 18-16 win. Bayshore's resilience shone through, keeping Gibbs just shy of victory.
Saint Stephen's Falcons 20, Indian Rocks Christian 6
The Falcons soared over Indian Rocks Christian, clinching the game with a 20-6 victory. Saint Stephen's consistent play proved effective, allowing them to pull away from their opponent.
Ponte Vedra Sharks 27, IMG White Ascenders 14
The Sharks came out on top against IMG White, finishing with a 27-14 score. Ponte Vedra’s balanced approach paid off, outpacing the Ascenders for the win.
Hollins Royals 59, IMG Blue Ascenders 33
Hollins Royals dominated the scoreboard against IMG Blue, wrapping up the game with an impressive 59-33 victory. Despite a solid effort from the Ascenders, Hollins controlled the field throughout.
IMG Ascenders 14, East St. Louis Flyers 13 (Overtime)
In a tense showdown that went into overtime. It was a nail-biting game, with IMG ultimately securing the win by the narrowest of margins. The Ascenders overcame 18 penalties and what IMG coach Brian Miller said was his team's toughest test so far this season to win 14-13 and Clyde Jordan Stadium in East St. Louis.
Each game this week showcased the tenacity and talent of Manatee County teams. With playoffs looming, every matchup brings more excitement and heightened stakes.