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High School Football Showdown: Sarasota & Manatee Teams Shine in Week 10
Discover the highlights of Week 10 high school football in Manatee County, featuring championship teams and standout players.
High School Football Showdown: Sarasota & Manatee Teams Shine in Week 10
This past week marked a pivotal moment for high school football teams in Sarasota and Manatee County, as they battled for supremacy in Week 10 of the season. As reported by Herald-Tribune, the districts saw fierce competition, culminating in district championships for Venice, Palmetto, and Manatee.
Alongside these triumphant teams, Parrish, Saint Stephen’s Episcopal, Riverview, Southeast, Booker, and Cardinal Mooney also emerged victorious this week. Notably, Bradenton Christian completed the regular season undefeated, wrapping things up on a high note.
Top Performers Shine
The spotlight shone brightly on several standout players during Week 10. Justin Brock of Sarasota Christian delivered an impressive performance with 93 receiving yards, a touchdown reception, and key rushing yards that pushed his team to the brink in a nail-biting one-point loss against Keswick Christian. Meanwhile, Venice’s Ira Dale ran the ball effectively, recording 95 yards and scoring three touchdowns in a commanding district championship victory over Sarasota.
Other remarkable performances included Jayden Gibson from Bayshore, who caught five passes for a whopping 130 yards and two touchdowns against St. Petersburg Gibbs. North Port’s Ayden Guerra had a strong showing with 90 rushing yards, and Saint Stephen’s Harry Jones threw for three touchdowns in a win over Canterbury, showcasing the depth of talent across the league.
- Outstanding Players of Week 10:
- Justin Brock (Sarasota Christian): 4 receptions, 93 yards, 1 touchdown.
- Ira Dale (Venice): 8 rushes, 95 yards, 3 touchdowns.
- Jayden Gibson (Bayshore): 5 receptions, 130 yards, 2 touchdowns.
- Ayden Guerra (North Port): 17 rushes, 90 yards.
- Harry Jones (Saint Stephen’s): 160 passing yards, 3 touchdowns.
- Ashton Kelly (Palmetto): 21 rushes, 119 yards, 2 touchdowns.
- Anquan Polynice (Braden River): 3 receptions, 49 yards, 2 touchdowns.
- Keith Smith (Manatee): 29-yard touchdown run, 50-yard touchdown reception.
- Brandon Trucano (Parrish): 2 touchdown catches.
- Hudson West (Sarasota): 305 passing yards.
Results Roundup
The results from various matchups this week further underscored the competitive spirit. Noteworthy scores included:
| Matchup | Score |
|---|---|
| St. Petersburg Gibbs vs. Bayshore | 23 – 19 |
| Booker vs. Gulfport Boca Ciega | 47 – 0 |
| Manatee vs. Braden River | 55 – 20 |
| Bradenton Christian vs. Ave Maria Donahue Academy | 42 – 24 |
| Cardinal Mooney vs. Tarpon Springs | 48 – 0 |
| Parrish vs. Lakewood Ranch | 29 – 10 |
| Mulberry vs. North Port | 21 – 7 |
| Palmetto vs. Ruskin Lennard | 31 – 6 |
| Riverview vs. Lehigh | 49 – 14 |
| Saint Stephen’s Episcopal vs. Fort Myers Canterbury | 37 – 14 |
| Venice vs. Sarasota | 51 – 14 |
| St. Petersburg Keswick Christian vs. Sarasota Christian | 35 – 34 |
| Southeast vs. St. Petersburg Northeast | 26 – 21 |
Looking Ahead
As we gear up for Week 11, the excitement continues with a slate of intriguing matchups. On Thursday, October 30, fans can catch Bayshore taking on Lakewood Ranch, alongside IMG Academy facing off against Southwest Florida Christian Academy. Then on Friday, October 31, all eyes will be on Riverview vs. Manatee—a clash that promises to be a highlight of the week. For live updates on scores and more, keep an eye on Florida HS Football, where you can find scoreboards powered by ScoreStream, updated every three minutes.
In the meantime, for statistics and detailed scores throughout the state, visit SI for comprehensive coverage. With the playoffs looming, every game becomes crucial, and the stakes could not be higher. Let’s see what next week brings for our local teams!