Manatee County High School Football Week in Review: Southeast Dominates as Local Teams Split Results
Manatee County high school football teams wrapped up another exciting week of gridiron action for the week ending October 4, 2025, with strong performances across the board — including a shutout victory for Southeast and a hard-fought home win for Saint Stephen’s.
The Southeast Seminoles delivered a commanding performance at home, shutting out the DeSoto County Bulldogs 42-0 in a game that showcased dominance on both sides of the ball.
In Parrish, the Parrish Community Bulls earned an impressive 12-3 win over the Winter Haven Blue Devils.
The Bradenton Christian Panthers continued their winning ways with an 18-6 victory over the Academy at the Lakes Wildcats, improving their season record while maintaining strong defensive play.
Meanwhile, Saint Stephen’s Episcopal edged out West Oaks Academy (Orlando) in a thrilling non-conference matchup, winning 28-26 at home.
In other county matchups, the Lakewood Ranch Mustangs fell just short in a high-scoring 41-37 battle against the Sarasota Sailors, while the Bayshore Bruins were blanked by the Hawthorne Hornets, 41-0.
The Manatee Hurricanes faced a tough road trip, losing 35-0 to the Columbia Tigers, as IMG Academy extended its winning streak with a 27-14 win over the Venice Indians.
With several local teams showing flashes of strength as midseason approaches, fans across Manatee County are gearing up for key district matchups that could shape playoff hopes across the region.