Undefeated Raines Vikings share Thanksgiving tributes of family, faith and football as Round 3 approaches
Read full article: Undefeated Raines Vikings share Thanksgiving tributes of family, faith and football as Round 3 approachesUndefeated Raines football players share heartfelt gratitude for family, faith, and football as they prepare for their Round 3 playoff game against Bishop Kenny during Thanksgiving week.
VIDEO: Dozens of Georgia high school football players suspended after sideline-clearing brawl
Read full article: VIDEO: Dozens of Georgia high school football players suspended after sideline-clearing brawlNearly 40 Gainesville High School players were suspended after a brawl broke out during the third quarter of the Georgia High School Association Class 5A playoff matchup on Friday night.
The double life of ‘Agent Zero’: Scholar and Raines defensive force
Read full article: The double life of ‘Agent Zero’: Scholar and Raines defensive forceUndefeated Raines' defensive star Ge’Terius Brown balances football dominance with academic excellence, setting an example for his younger siblings while chasing a state championship ring.
Pain and Purpose: Vikings’ playoff preparation takes new intensity
Read full article: Pain and Purpose: Vikings’ playoff preparation takes new intensityRaines High School football intensifies playoff preparations with fierce offense-defense battles at practice. The Vikings face Baker County Friday at 6:30 p.m. in their state championship pursuit.
The Making of ‘The Sheriff’: Mother’s sacrifices, father’s memory driving forces behind Raines DB’s title chase
Read full article: The Making of ‘The Sheriff’: Mother’s sacrifices, father’s memory driving forces behind Raines DB’s title chaseRaines defensive back Shareef Jackson, nicknamed "The Sheriff," leads the Vikings' defense while chasing a state title, motivated by his late father's memory, mother's strength, and brother's championship legacy.
Raines running back eyeing district title return for ‘Senior Night’ showdown, ‘Just get it and go full speed’
Read full article: Raines running back eyeing district title return for ‘Senior Night’ showdown, ‘Just get it and go full speed’In a pivotal matchup on Friday, the Raines Vikings’ leading rusher Tadarius Washington is set to make his return as the team faces Yulee (7-1) with the district championship hanging in the balance.
Rainy, windy weekend: Expect gusty winds, wet roads as tropical system risks remain on tap
Read full article: Rainy, windy weekend: Expect gusty winds, wet roads as tropical system risks remain on tapJacksonville is expecting a rainy, windy weekend with the heaviest showers on Sunday. News4JAX Meteorologist Katie Garner breaks down the timeline, what to expect, and key safety tips for commuters, beachgoers, and Friday football fans.
Sunshine and warmth expected for Jags game, weekend outdoor events
Read full article: Sunshine and warmth expected for Jags game, weekend outdoor eventsJacksonville is in for a warm and mostly dry weekend, ideal for Jaguars and high school football games. Expect rain and cooler temps starting Monday. Get the details from Meteorologist Katie Garner and The Weather Authority.
‘Block out the noise, keep grinding’: Raines WR turns weight room dedication into college commitment
Read full article: ‘Block out the noise, keep grinding’: Raines WR turns weight room dedication into college commitmentRaines High School senior Ziyon Butler tributes his work in the weight room to his transition from an undersized freshman into a Georgia State football commit.
‘State or bust’: Raines regroups after Week 1 game cancellation, eye return to State Championship
Read full article: ‘State or bust’: Raines regroups after Week 1 game cancellation, eye return to State ChampionshipThe Raines Vikings' Week 1 game against Miami Central has been canceled. Last year's state runner-up will now open their 2025 season against Sandalwood in Week 2.
‘It’s an embarrassment’: High school coaches make their case for better pay at Florida Capitol
Read full article: ‘It’s an embarrassment’: High school coaches make their case for better pay at Florida CapitolThe push to pay all high school coaches better in Florida hit the state Capitol on Tuesday morning as members of the Florida Coaches Coalition spent more than five hours meeting with lawmakers and making their case for better pay.
‘The happiest news I could hear’: Former NFL player, Raines alumnus excited ahead of state championship game
Read full article: ‘The happiest news I could hear’: Former NFL player, Raines alumnus excited ahead of state championship gameAs the Raines High School football team prepares to play Miami Northwestern in the 3A state title game in Miami, alumni, including some famous names you might recognize, are excited about the game and showing their support.
Local athletes represent among top national talent at Rivals Five-Star event
Read full article: Local athletes represent among top national talent at Rivals Five-Star eventThe best of the best high school football players were given an exclusive invitation to compete at the Rivals Five-Star and Jacksonville was well represented with nine different players competing in the event.
Extra safety precautions put in place for Fletcher High football game following fight two weeks ago
Read full article: Extra safety precautions put in place for Fletcher High football game following fight two weeks agoAt Friday night’s football game at Fletcher High School against Ed White High School, extra precautions were put in place to help keep fans safe.
DCPS enhances safety measures at high school football games after shooting scare at Fletcher game
Read full article: DCPS enhances safety measures at high school football games after shooting scare at Fletcher gameThe Duval County School Board is implementing enhanced security measures at local high school football games following two incidents at local that happened within the last two months.
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New mother fighting cancer honored at Atlantic Coast football game
Read full article: New mother fighting cancer honored at Atlantic Coast football gameJust before the game between First Coast High School and Atlantic Coast High School, a woman battling stomach cancer was honored on the 50-year line by players and coaches on both teams. She’s the 31-year old sister of the Atlantic Coast High School Football coach Mike Montemayor. And tonight was the first time little Tyler got to attend a football game coached by his uncle. So right before the start of the game, Milani was escorted out onto the field where she was honored by both teams and people in the stands. The coach of the First Coast High School Football team says he was using that moment to teach his players about life off the football field and what it truly means to be strong in the face of adversity.
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‘He’s our miracle': Former Hilliard QB’s journey back from brain injury has been wild ride
Read full article: ‘He’s our miracle': Former Hilliard QB’s journey back from brain injury has been wild rideDowie went headfirst across the goal line on the score and went end over end. On Hilliard’s final offensive possession of the game, Dowie was intercepted and gave chase on the return. He had made it through emergency brain surgery, yet here he was, straining to get oxygen into his lungs. It was crazy [to not be able to talk].”‘He’s our miracle'A year after brain surgery, Dowie isn’t slowed down at all by his head injury. “I think it’s funny.”As for regrets about how his senior year went, Dowie said that he doesn’t think like that.
