Volusia-Flagler High School Football: Exciting Week 1 Highlights!

Volusia-Flagler High School Football: Exciting Week 1 Highlights!

The 2025 Florida high school football season kicked off with a bang in Week 1, showcasing intense matchups among local teams from Volusia and Flagler counties. With ten games on the slate, fans had plenty to cheer about as rivalries heated up across the fields. The week saw standout performances and some thrilling finishes, making it clear that this season promises excitement.

One highlight of the week was, of course, the much-anticipated Potato Bowl, a fixture on the local football calendar. In this fiery contest, Flagler Palm Coast squared off against Matanzas for the 17th time. The Bulldogs emerged victorious, winning 26-14 and extending their dominant lead in the series to 14-2. Rushing for a formidable 215 yards, Flagler’s Darwin Harris and Ehimen Ajede led the way, while quarterbacks Caden Burchfield and La’Darius Simmons contributed significantly to the passing game.

The Victors and Their Glory

Spruce Creek made a statement as well, overpowering Seabreeze with a decisive 33-0 victory. This marks the Hawks’ 12th consecutive win against the Sharks, with Cameron Oxendine scoring two long touchdowns and Keenan Nephew adding two touchdowns himself, rushing for 82 yards. Spruce Creek’s defense was a fortress, allowing only one first down on ten drives.

DeLand had a dramatic showing against Madison County, managing to squeak out a 21-20 win to avenge last year’s loss. Taihj Moore and Marceles Carey each found the end zone, showcasing the skillful play that has become a hallmark of DeLand football.

The local high school roster was further bolstered by University’s narrow 16-10 victory over Sebastian River. Cam Gensler publicly emerged as a hero, scoring a go-ahead touchdown with just 1:40 left in the game.

More Highlights from the Week

• Deltona cruised to a convincing 40-13 victory over Crescent City, with Jeremiah Hancock accounting for four touchdowns and significant contributions from the special teams.
• Winter Springs blanked Pine Ridge with a score of 34-0, despite Pine Ridge’s three takeaways.
• Master’s Academy triumphed over Father Lopez, finishing with a score of 43-20, with Father Lopez still racking up 410 yards of offense despite the loss.
• Bayside edged Atlantic 19-6, where Atlantic stayed on the back foot from the first quarter after a field goal.
• Orangewood Christian toppled Taylor with a score of 37-20, highlighted by Jack Benson’s impressive performance, rushing for 102 yards and three touchdowns.

The excitement doesn’t end here. Fans can look forward to more action in the coming weeks as the regular season unfolds. Remember to catch live score updates, as they will be available throughout the season. And don’t forget, readers of Daytona Beach News-Journal can snag a 25% discount on a yearly NFHS pass for 2025 using the promo code USATODAY25 before September 7.

With promising performances already in the books, it seems that Florida high school football is ready to tackle another exhilarating season. Stay tuned as we cover every touchdown, every heart-stopping moment, and all the drama that high school football has to offer this year.

For a complete view of last week’s scores and more detailed analysis, check out the Daytona Beach News-Journal, Longhorns Wire, and Palm Beach Post.