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Week 4 Schedule: Homestead Is For Real

When they beat Hollywood South Broward and Fort Lauderdale Dillard in the state playoffs last season, head coach Philip Simpson and his Homestead Broncos were the talk of south Florida.

Winning 11 times a year ago was something that made football fans stand up and take notice. Then came the 56-7 loss to eventual 7A state champion St. Thomas Aquinas in the third round of the playoffs, breaking an 11-game winning streak and sending this program back to the drawing board.

What this off-season became was playing off that loss to the Raiders and finding a way to improve and get better. They did!

Coming into this evening’s (7:00) game against Southwest Miami, the Broncos sit at 3-0 – with wins over Miami Palmetto (19-7), longtime rival South Dade (47-0) and last week’s 24-14 win at state power St. Petersburg Lakewood showed the state and this football program that they are indeed for real.

After Southwest Miami, the schedule plays very much in their favor – with only Miami Christopher Columbus a major obstacle on the way to unbeaten regular season and a great seed in the newly formed Class 3M.

This team is loaded in every class – especially 2023 – with Ryan Bullard (RB, 5-10, 175), Richard Dandridge (WR, 5-10, 165), David Jester (DB, 6-3, 180), Javon Robinson (WR, 5-8, 160), Markwon Strong (DL/DE, 6-0, 250) and Marcus Woodley (LB, 6-1, 215).

The Broncos are also solid for the future – with 2024 standouts Lonnie Brady (OL, 6-4, 250), Isaac Brown (Athlete, 5-9, 180), Jameel Carter (OL/DL, 6-3, 285), Giovanne Eloissaint (OL, 5-11, 245), Friently Francois (OL, 6-6, 265), Robert Jeau (DB, 5-11, 175), Amen Mackey (OLB, 6-0, 190), Eduardo Nunez (LB, 6-1, 200), Rashawn Pittman (OL, 6-3, 295), Juan Ramirez (DT, 6-0, 255), Clinton Riley (RB, 5-9, 170), Jamari Stokes (WR/DB, 5-9, 160), Santonio Wallace (DB, 5-11, 175), Fraquan Warren (WR, 5-8, 155) and one of the most underrated quarterbacks in Joshua Townsend (5-10, 205).

Even the 2025 class is already making major contributions with James Gatewood (WR/DB/DE, 6-0, 180), Lance Grant (DB, 5-10, 175), Luis Pruneda (OL, 6-3, 250), Semaj Smith (DB, 5-9, 160) and one of the major rising stars in receiver Cortez Mills (6-0, 170).

In addition to the Broncos, here is a look at the games to keep an eye on today and Friday:

THURSDAY’S GAMES

Coconut Creek North Broward Prep (2-1) at Oakland Park Northeast (0-2)

Miami Jackson (1-1) at Hialeah Miami-Lakes (1-1), 3:30

Miami Braddock (2-0) at Miami Coral Reef (2-1), Tropical Park, 7:00

No. 1 Miami Central (2-0) at Miami Carol City (0-1), Traz Powell Stadium, 7:00

Miami Florida Christian (0-2) at Miami True North Classical Academy (1-2), 7:00

North Palm Beach Benjamin (0-3) at Miami Gulliver Prep (0-2), 3:30

Pompano Beach (3-0) at Boca Raton Saint John Paul II (0-2), 6:00

Sports Leadership & Management (0-2) at Fort Lauderdale Westminster (2-0), 7:00

FRIDAY’S GAMES

Clewiston (0-2) at Fort Lauderdale Calvary Christian (2-1)

No. 12 Coconut Creek (2-1) at No. 16 Plantation (2-1), 7:00

Cooper City (0-3) at Hollywood McArthur (1-1), 7:00

Coral Springs Coral Glades (0-2) at Valdosta, Georgia (4-0), 8:00

Davie Nova (1-2) at Hollywood Hills (1-1), 4:00

Davie NSU University (1-2) at Miami Country Day, 7:00

Delray Beach American Heritage (1-2) at Fort Lauderdale Pine Crest, 7:00

Doral Academy (2-1) at West Palm Beach Cardinal Newman (3-0), 7:00

Doral Ronald Reagan (0-2) at Miami Springs (1-2), 3:30

No. 3 Fort Lauderdale St. Thomas Aquinas (3-0) at No. 7 Davie Western (2-0), 7:00

Fort Lauderdale Stranahan (1-2) at Lauderdale Lake Boyd Anderson (0-1), 7:00

Hialeah (2-0) at Miami Beach (1-2), 7:00

Hialeah Goleman (1-2) at No. 20 Westland Hialeah (2-0), Milander, 7:30

No. 17 Hollywood Avant Garde Academy (2-0) at Miami Dr. Krop (1-2), 7:30

Hollywood South Broward (1-1) at Hallandale (0-3), 7:00

No. 6 Miami Christopher Columbus (3-0) at Miami Palmetto (1-2), Tropical Park, 7:30

Miami Dade Christian (0-0) at Key West (1-2), 7:00

Miami Edison (1-1) at No. 9 Miami Northwestern (2-1), Traz Powell Stadium, 7:30

Miami Killian (0-3) at Homestead South Dade (0-1), Harris Field, 7:30

Miami LaSalle (2-0) at No. 13 Miami Booker T. Washington (2-1), Curtis Park, 7:30

No. 11 Miami Norland (2-0) at Miami Gardens Monsignor Pace (2-1), 7:30

Miami Ransom Everglades (1-1) at Miami Palmer Trinity (1-2), 4:00

Miami Southridge (2-1) at Miami Belen Jesuit (2-1), 7:30

Miami Varela (0-3) at Miami Ferguson (2-1), 3:30

Miami Westminster Christian (2-0) at Somerset Academy South Homestead (2-1), 3:30

Miramar Everglades (2-1) at Deerfield Beach (1-2), 7:00

North Miami (0-3) at Hialeah Gardens Mater Academy (0-3), 3:30

North Miami Mourning (0-2) at Hialeah Gardens (0-1), 3:30

Palm Beach Gardens Dwyer (1-2) at Pembroke Pines West Broward (1-1), Flanagan, 7:00

Palm Glades Prep (1-2) at Everglades Prep (0-2), 3:30

Parkland Douglas (1-1) at Jensen Beach (3-0), 7:00

Pembroke Pines Charter (1-1) at Coral Springs Taravella (0-2), 4:00

Pembroke Pines Flanagan (1-2) at Miramar (1-1), 7:00

Pembroke Pines Somerset Academy (2-1) at Camden County, Georgia, 7:30

No. 5 Plantation American Heritage (4-0) at No. 2 Hollywood Chaminade-Madonna (3-0)

No. 19 Pompano Beach Blanche Ely (1-0) at Coral Springs (1-1), 7:00

Somerset Academy Silver Palms (2-1) at South Miami (2-0), 3:30

Southwest Ranches Archbishop McCarthy (0-3) at Okeechobee (0-3), 7:00

St. Petersburg Northeast (2-1) at No. 4 Fort Lauderdale Cardinal Gibbons. 7:00

Sunrise Piper (2-1) at Coconut Creek Monarch (2-1), 7:00

Tavernier Coral Shores (2-1) at Miami Sunset (1-2), 3:30

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5 Prospects To Watch For In Miami-Dade/Broward Counties

Having the opportunity to watch south Florida prospects year round certainly gives us an advantage when promoting football prospects.

For decades, we have made sure to expose as many players as possible – with college coaches watching 12 months a year.

With the 2022 season under way, several Miami-Dade and Broward County athletes continue to make an impact with many gaining exposure already.

Every month, we release hundreds of new names from watching and NOT sitting behind a computer. Colleges respect the fact that we give them much more from what everyone watched from a highlight tape.

Today, we bring you five more football players who are turning heads – some with no exposure at all – while others are already receiving attention.

Here is a look at this week’s group:

2023 - Christian de Villiers, P/K, 6-4, 200, Miami Christopher Columbus. One of the nation’s elite punters and kickers, he had the opportunity to showcase his skill level in last week’s huge win against defending state champion Tampa Jesuit. He is explosive and accurate and has become one of the premier specialists in the country – combining distance and hang time that college coaches simply cannot ignore. Right now he is as good as ANY collegiate punter – with everything he does. Keep an eye on this quality talent because he is going to the next level – and way beyond! He also happens to have an amazing 5.2 GPA in the classroom.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/12825008/Christian-de-Villiers

2023 - Jordan Faison, DB/RB, 5-10, 170, Fort Lauderdale Pine Crest. One of the versatile prospects who has already started to showcase his skills on both sides of the ball – as a runner, who had 177 yards a week ago, and as a defensive prospect. On a team that has a number of quality football players, here is someone who has a chance to turn heads this season – with seven plus games left to go.

TAPE:  https://www.hudl.com/profile/12409068/Jordan-Faison

2024 - Jadyn Glasser, QB, 6-2, 195, South Plantation. Looking for a reason why the Paladins are 3-0 for the first time in well over decade? Here is a great place to start. Someone who put in plenty of time during the off-season at camps, combines and in 7-on-7 events. A quality young man who embraces the competition, wanting to prove that his arm strength and leadership as a junior is something that very few quarterbacks have. Keep an eye on his progress this season.

TAPE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHQ_9k8f4TSvS6US2YMkzBQ

2025 Josh Moore, WR, 6-3, 170, Pembroke Pines West Broward. One of the new faces on the south Florida scene. Someone who has already turned enough heads with his many abilities as such a young prospect who had a huge game in front of several scouts and recruiters last week in McCallie, Tennessee with over 200 yards. Has the size, quickness and athletic ability that will only improve over the next three years. As more coaches and analysts find out about this impressive talent, you will see the offers pour in and the evaluations start to surface all over the internet.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/16678843/Joshua-Moore


2023 – Mark Wilder Jr., RB, 5-8, 175, Doral Academy. On a team loaded with talent, here is an impressive runner who combines so many positives. Has busted out of the gate this season, showcasing his speed, ability to pick out hole and come up with the big play. In last week’s win, he was indeed the difference with 295 yards and four scores for head coach Eddie Delgado and the Firebirds. Will continue to be one of the premier backs in south Florida throughout the 2022 season and colleges will continue to look in his direction.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/16331563/Mark-

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MIAMI-DADE/BROWARD TOP 20: More Changes This Week

As we now move to Week 4 of the high school football season, you will see teams starting to jockey for playoff position.

District and regional games are now being played – and the outcome will certainly give many programs an advantage.

This past week, a few teams had the chance to prove that they are ready. No. 2 Hollywood Chaminade-Madonna, No. 6 Miami Christopher Columbus, No. 7 Davie Western and No. 10 Homestead all remained unbeaten with huge victories.

With so many key games coming up, you will see more teams making a jump – while others will fall off.

Here is a look at this week’s Top 20 teams:

As we head toward Week 4, here is a look at how programs are doing in this region:

1. Miami Central (2M – 2-0). THIS WEEK: Miami Carol City on Friday, Sept. 16. NEXT GAME: A home game against No. 8 Fort Lauderdale Dillard on Sept. 23. LAST WEEK: The Rockets started slow but put it all together in a 36-19 win against Miami Booker T. Washington.

2. Hollywood Chaminade-Madonna (1M – 3-0). THIS WEEK: A huge home game on Friday, Sept. 16 against No. 5 Plantation American Heritage. NEXT GAME: Thursday, Sept. 22 at Miami Gulliver Prep at 3:30. LAST WEEK: The Lions once again rolled over a top-rated team on Saturday, 42-14, against Miami Northwestern.

3. Fort Lauderdale St. Thomas Aquinas (3M – 3-0). THIS WEEK: A big game at unbeaten No. 7 Davie Western on Sept. 16. NEXT GAME: The team returns home for a Friday, Sept. 23 game against Port St. Lucie Treasure Coast. LAST WEEK: The train is once again rolling as the Raiders got by Cocoa, 42-14.

4. Fort Lauderdale Cardinal Gibbons (2M – 2-0). THIS WEEK: Miami Gulliver Prep, Sept. 9. NEXT GAME: A home game against St. Petersburg Northeast on Sept. 16. LAST WEEK: The defense remained very strong in shutting out Fort Lauderdale Calvary Christian, 30-0.

5. Plantation American Heritage (2M – 4-0: THIS WEEK: A huge road game against No. 2 Chaminade Madonna in Hollywood on Sept. 16. NEXT GAME: Will finally have a week off before a trip to play at No. 5 Fort Lauderdale Cardinal Gibbons on Sept. 30. LAST WEEK: The Patriots took care of Belle Glade Glades Central 56-0.

6. Miami Christopher Columbus (4M – 3-0). THIS WEEK: An away game on Sept. 16 against area rival Miami Palmetto. NEXT GAME: Another road game on Thursday, Sept. 23 at No. 9 Miami Northwestern. LAST WEEK: The Explorers got everyone’s attention with a huge home win against defending state champion, Tampa Jesuit, 32-15.

7. Davie Western (4M – 2-0). THIS WEEK: Things do not get any easier as the No. 3 St. Thomas Aquinas Raiders will come in for a huge home game on Friday, Sept. 16. A big home against No. 3 Fort Lauderdale St. Thomas Aquinas on Sept. 16.  Sept. 9). NEXT GAME: The team will return home to play Coral Springs Taravella on Sept. 23. LAST WEEK: It was not easy, but a win is indeed a win as the Wildcats won on the road in overtime against much-improved No. 12 Coconut Creek, 10-3.

8. Fort Lauderdale Dillard (3M – 2-1). THIS WEEK: They will be off, getting ready for a tough run of games. NEXT GAME: The Panthers will take the week off before a road trip to play No. 1 Miami Central on Sept. 24. LAST WEEK: The Panthers got back in the win column with a road victory at Miramar, 35-7.

9. Miami Northwestern (2M – 2-1). THIS WEEK: A home game on Friday (Sept. 16) against Miami Edison. NEXT GAME: A key Thursday night (Sept. 22) home game against No. 6 Miami Christopher Columbus. LAST WEEK: Things didn’t go well last Saturday morning against No. 2 Hollywood Chaminade-Madonna as the Bulls lost 42-14.

10. Homestead (3M, 3-0). THIS WEEK: A Thursday night (Sept. 15) home game against Southwest Miami. NEXT GAME: Will enjoy the week off after a stellar start. LAST WEEK: The Broncos turned some heads with a convincing road win against St. Petersburg Lakewood, 24-14.

11. Miami Norland (2M – 2-0). THIS WEEK: An away game on Friday, Sept. 16 against Miami Monsignor Pace. NEXT GAME: An away game against Hialeah American on Friday, Sept. 23. LAST WEEK: The Vikings continued to show why they are going to be a force, beating Miami Southridge, 66-28.

12. Coconut Creek (3M – 2-1). THIS WEEK:  For the second straight year, they will be on the road at No. 15 Plantation on Sept. 16. NEXT GAME: A home game against No. 19 Pompano Beach Blanche Ely on Friday, Sept. 23. LAST WEEK: The Cougars fell short in overtime against No. 7 Davie Western, 10-3.

13. Miami Booker T. Washington (2M – 2-1). THIS WEEK: A home game on Sept. 16 against Miami Immaculata LaSalle. NEXT GAME: Coach Ice Harris and his team will be off. LAST WEEK: After playing tough with the No. 1 team in the state, the Tornadoes couldn’t put two halves together, losing to Miami Central, 36-19.

14. Fort Lauderdale (3M, 3-0). THIS WEEK: The team will take a week off. NEXT GAME: An away contest on Friday, Sept. 23 at Lauderdale Lakes Boyd Anderson. LAST WEEK: Going on the road to Tallahassee, the Flying Ls took care of business against Leon, 38-0.

15. Miramar (3M, 1-1). THIS WEEK: A home game against Pembroke Pines Flanagan on Sept. 16. NEXT GAME: A trip to Coral Springs on Sept. 23 to play Coral Glades. LAST WEEK: The Patriots dropped a home game to No. 8 Fort Lauderdale Dillard, 35-7.

16. Plantation (3M – 2-1). THIS WEEK: It’s back home for a huge showdown against No. 12 Coconut Creek. NEXT GAME: This team will enjoy the week off. LAST WEEK: The Colonels took it to Parkland Douglas, 40-26.

17. Hollywood Avant Garde (1M, 2-0). THIS WEEK: A key away game against Miami Dr. Michael Krop on Sept. 16. NEXT GAME: Another away game on Sept. 16 in Boca Raton against St. John Paul II. LAST WEEK: The Sharks poured it on Delray American Heritage on the road, 62-16.

17. Miami Palmetto (4M, 1-2). THIS WEEK: It’s the always competitive matchup with No. 6 Miami Christopher Columbus on Sept. 16. NEXT GAME: A trip to play at unbeaten Vero Beach on Sept. 23. LAST WEEK: The Panthers got into the win column for the first time this year in The Cat Trophy contest against Miami Killian, 33-13.

19. Pompano Beach Blanche Ely (3M, 1-0). THIS WEEK: Another road game against Coral Springs on Sept. 16. NEXT GAME: Yet another road game against No. 12 Coconut Creek on Sept. 23. LAST WEEK: Last week’s game at Fort Pierce Westwood was cancelled because of bad weather.

20. Westland Hialeah (2M, 2-0). THIS WEEK: It’s the rematch of last year’s independent championship game at home against Hialeah Barbara Goleman on Sept. 16. NEXT GAME: A Thursday night (Sept 22) home game against Miami Springs. LAST WEEK: The Wildcats had the week off.

OTHER TEAMS TO WATCH: Coconut Creek Monarch (4M – (2-1), Coral Gables (4M, 2-0), Deerfield Beach (3M, 1-2), Doral Academy (4M, 2-1), Fort Lauderdale Calvary Christian (2M, 2-1), Fort Lauderdale Pine Crest (2M, 2-1), Fort Lauderdale Stranahan (2M – (1-2), Fort Lauderdale Westminster Academy (1M, 2-0), Hialeah Barbara Goleman (4M, 1-2), Hollywood South Broward (3M, 1-1), Miami Archbishop Carroll (1M, 3-0), Miami Belen Jesuit (3M, 2-1), Miami Braddock (Independent, 2-0), Miami Carol City (2M, 0-1) Miami Dr. Krop (3M, 1-2), Miami Edison (2M, 1-1), Miami Gardens Monsignor Pace (2M, 2-1), Miami Gulliver Prep (2M – (0-3), Miami Immaculata LaSalle (2M, 2-0), Miami Jackson (2M, 1-2), Miami Southridge (3M, 1-1), Miami St. Brendan (2M, 1-2), Miami Westminster Christian (1M, 2-0), Miramar Everglades (3M, 2-1), Miami Ferguson (Independent, 2-1), North Miami Beach (2M – (1-2), Parkland Douglas (4M, 1-1), Pembroke Pines Somerset Academy (4M, 2-1), Pembroke Pines West Broward (4M, 1-1), Pompano Beach (Independent, 3-0), South Miami (2M, 2-0), South Plantation (3M, 3-0), Sunrise Piper (3M, 2-1), Weston Cypress Bay (4M, 1-2).

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Roundup Week 3: Chaminade-Madonna, Christopher Columbus Make A Statement

Before the 2022 season began, we told you that every week during the season would certainly be an adventure.

Three weeks in and nobody has been disappointed by what has transpired with south Florida programs making an impression nationally, and after last weekend, statewide as well.

When No. 2 Chaminade-Madonna and No. 5 Miami Northwestern was called off last Thursday because of lightning, there was talk about the game not being played – since it wasn’t a district contest and as far as playoff standing it meant nothing.

All night Thursday and into Friday, fans and players from both schools demanded that this game be played. From a financial standpoint and from a football point of view, it was a shame to let a matchup like this pass.

By the time Friday rolled around, the pressure began to mount with irate fans who had looked forward to this game voicing their opinion.

After Lions’ head coach Dameon Jones and Bulls’ head coach Max Edwards got together, both agreed that this marquee contest should indeed be played, and it was.

On Saturday morning, the two teams squared off at “The Mecca” Traz Powell Stadium, and by the end of the game, one of the best teams in the nation stood tall.

Using a high-powered offense and a solid defense, Chaminade-Madonna, with wins over national powerhouse St. John’s Prep of Washington D.C. and Fort Lauderdale Dillard, ran away from the Bulls, 42-14, and not only showed south Florida and the state that they can stand toe-to-toe with anyone, but sent a message to the nation that they are as good as ANYONE in the country.

The Lions, who will play Plantation American Heritage at home on Friday, still has an uphill climb to make it back to the state finals for the sixth consecutive season.

MIAMI CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS TURNS HEADS

When defending state champion Tampa Jesuit came south last Friday night to play 4M Christopher Columbus nobody really knew what to expect.

The Tigers were the only unbeaten team in 2021, knocking off St. Thomas Aquinas in the regular season and Northwestern in the playoffs on the way to their first ever title.

As good as they were last year, they struggled in the first two games of the season, barely getting out of the game against Port St. Lucie Treasure Coast, beating the Titans by one point.

For head coach Dave Dunn and his football team, two wins to start the season gave this program plenty of momentum against Tampa Jesuit.

Playing well on both sides of the ball, the Explorers ended the Tigers’ winning streak with a convincing 32-15 decision and got the attention of football fans across the state.

Playing well in the second half made the difference.

WEEK 3 WAS ONCE AGAIN ACTION PACKED

Here is a look at some of the other scores from this past week in Miami-Dade and Broward counties:

American (Hialeah) 14, Goleman 13

Coconut Creek North Broward Prep 20, Pines Charter 13

Coral Shores 48, Palm Glades 0

Coral Springs 10, Hollywood Hills 6

Davie Western 10, Coconut Creek 3, OT

Doral Academy 49, Mater Academy 14

Fort Lauderdale 38, Leon 0

Fort Lauderdale Calvary Christian Academy 28, Fort Lauderdale Pine Crest 24

Fort Lauderdale Cardinal Gibbons 31, Gulliver Prep 14

Fort Lauderdale Dillard 35, Miramar 7

Fort Lauderdale St. Thomas Aquinas 42, Cocoa 14

Fort Lauderdale Stranahan 22, Deerfield Beach 18

Fort Lauderdale Westminster Academy 21, St. Brendan 13

Hialeah 46, Hialeah Miami-Lakes 0

Hollywood Avant Garde 62, Delray American Heritage 16

Homestead 24, St. Petersburg Lakewood 14

Lake Placid 21, Nova 16

McCallie, Tennessee 62, West Broward 27

Merritt Island 35, Astronaut 0

Miami Archbishop Carroll 41, Palmer Trinity 0

Miami Beach 36, Ferguson 6

Miami Belen Jesuit 15, Fairfield Prep, Connecticut 14

Miami Braddock 48, Southwest Miami 6

Miami Central 35, Miami Booker T. Washington 19

Miami Christopher Columbus 32, Tampa Jesuit 15

Miami Coral Park 34, Varela 0

Miami Coral Reef 34, Hialeah Gardens 8

Miami Edison 35, North Miami 24

Miami Jackson 8, Dr. Krop 6

Miami Monsignor Pace 35, Lely 7

Miami Norland 66, Southridge 28

Miami Palmetto 33, Killian 13

Miami Sunset 29, Everglades Prep 16

Miami Westminster Christian 40, True North 28

Miramar Everglades 27, Cooper City 0

North Miami Beach 30, Delray Beach Atlantic 28

Pembroke Pines Somerset Academy 60, Ransom Everglades 21

Plantation 40, Douglas 26

Plantation American Heritage 56, Glades Central 0

Pompano Beach 21, Miami Country Day 3

Riviera Beach Inlet Grove 56, BridgePrep Academy 0

Somerset South Homestead 50, Somerset Prep 6

South Plantation 41, Northeast 6

Weston Cypress Bay 31, Flanagan 8

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5 Friday Miami-Dade/Broward Games To Watch Today

We have told you since back in May. It was a topic that pretty much dominated the landscape.

The impressive schedule that would be rolled out every single week in Miami-Dade and Broward County was something that couldn’t be ignored.

It began during the opening week with Miami Central’s win at national power IMG Academy and Miami Northwestern getting some payback at last year’s 8A state champion Venice.

There were the six wins against out of state teams in the inaugural Broward County Football Showcase and last week’s Chaminade-Madonna win at home against Fort Lauderdale Dillard.

With last night’s Chaminade-Madonna and Northwestern’s game called off, the attention now focuses on this evening – with five key games that will take center stage, involving Miami-Dade and Broward programs.

Here is a look at five games that will be in the spotlight tonight:

Cocoa at No. 3 Fort Lauderdale St. Thomas Aquinas, 7:00. The Tigers finished second last season among 4A schools, and with Plantation High graduate Ryan Schneider at the helm, this was a game that certainly made sense, even with Cocoa’s opening-night loss to Orlando Jones. Coach Roger Harriott’s Raiders are passed just making the state championship a priority. They are top five in the country and plan staying that way after two wins to start the year.

Tampa Jesuit at No. 8 Miami Christopher Columbus, 7:00. The 2021 6A state champion Tigers – with head coach Matt Thompson – head south with two fairly close wins already. But if people across the state believe that this is just another game, they better check what head coach Dave Dunn and the Explorers have on this roster. Perhaps more elite 2024 talent than any other school. This is going to be a war – with two of Florida’s best teams. One who continues to shine in the spotlight – while the other is looking to prove them belong.

No. 7 Davie Western at No. 12 Coconut Creek, 7:00. On the surface, head coach Adam Ratkevich and his Wildcats come into this evening’s battle of unbeatens as an overwhelming favorite. They were impressive in an opening-week win against Johns Creek, Georgia in the Broward County Football Showcase. For head coach Johnnie Sloan and the Cougars, this is their opportunity, like last year against Plantation during the regular season, to showcase some quality players who have worked very hard to reach this elite game.

No. 9 Fort Lauderdale Dillard at No. 14 Miramar, 7:00. While you would expect head coach Tyler Tate’s Panthers to come out and be sky high after last week’s loss to Chaminade-Madonna, they are meeting a team that won their opener two weeks ago, has size, athletic ability and plenty of talent. But what head coach A.J. Scott and his Patriots may lack is experience. Both teams have been looking at this big game since the off-season.

No. 10 Homestead at St. Petersburg Lakewood, 7:00. Like Palm Beach Central did last week when they traveled to play head coach Corey Moore’s Spartans, look for the Broncos to do the same. What this team has done over the past two years is make a statement, and with a solid off-season and plenty of talent, head coach Philip Simpson and the Broncos are set to let everyone across the Sunshine State know exactly who they are.

THURSDAY’S GAMES

Fort Lauderdale Calvary Christian Academy 28, Fort Lauderdale Pine Crest 24

American (Hialeah) 14, Goleman 13

Marathon 22, NSU University School 19

North Miami Beach 30, Delray Beach Atlantic 28

Plantation 40, Douglas 26

Pompano Beach 21, Miami Country Day 3

FRIDAY’S GAMES

Belle Glade Glades Central at No. 6 Plantation American Heritage, 7:30

Cooper City at Miramar Everglades, 7:00

Coral Springs Charter at SW Ranches Archbishop McCarthy, 7:00

Davie Nova at Lake Placid, 7:00

Deerfield Beach at Fort Lauderdale Stranahan (Lockhart Park), 7:00

Miami Dr. Krop at Miami Jackson (Curtis), 7:30

Everglades Prep at Miami Sunset, 3:30

No. 17 Fort Lauderdale at Tallahassee Leon, 7:00

Fort Lauderdale Westminster Academy at Miami St. Brendan, 7:00

Hialeah at Hialeah Miami-Lakes (Milander), 7:30

No. 16 Hollywood Avant Garde Academy at Delray American Heritage, 7:30

Hollywood Hills at Coral Springs, 7:00

Mater Academy at Doral Academy, 7:00

Miami Archbishop Carroll at Miami Palmer Trinity, 3:30

No. 13 Miami Booker T. Washington at No. 1 Miami Central (Traz Powell Stadium), 7:30

Miami Coral Park at Miami Varela, 3:30

Miami Coral Reef at Hialeah Gardens, 3:30

Miami Edison at North Miami, 7:00

Miami Ferguson at Miami Beach, 3:30

Miami Killian at No. 18 Miami Palmetto (Southridge), 7:30

Miami Gulliver Prep at No. 4 Fort Lauderdale Cardinal Gibbons, 7:00

Miami Monsignor Pace at Naples Lely, 7:00

Oakland Park Northeast at South Plantation, 7:00

Palm Glades at Tavernier Coral Shores, 7:00

Pembroke Pines Flanagan at Weston Cypress Bay, 7:00

Pembroke Pines Somerset Academy at Miami Ransom Everglades, 7:00

Pembroke Pines West Broward at McCallie, Tennessee, 7:30

Pembroke Pines Charter at Coconut Creek North Broward Prep, 6:00

Riviera Beach Inlet Grove at Miami BridgePrep Village Green, 4:00

Somerset Prep at Somerset Academy South Homestead, 7:00

Southwest Miami at Miami Braddock, 3:30

Sunrise Piper at Hollywood South Broward, 7:00

SATURDAY’S GAME

Miami Southridge at No. 11 Miami Norland (Traz Powell Stadium), 7:00

Miami Westminster Christian at Miami True North Classical Academy (Tropical), 7:00

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