Florida High School Football Week 3 Preview: Rivalries, Undefeated Dreams and Emerging Talents
A look at the marquee games, predicted outcomes and rising stars that will define Week 3 across Southwest Florida.
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A look at the marquee games, predicted outcomes and rising stars that will define Week 3 across Southwest Florida.
Auburndale edged Fort Meade 22-0 in a spring game after a narrow loss to Manatee, with standout performances from quarterback Teo Edwards and defensive back Rakeem River, while Coach Maurice Russell outlines the team's focus on fundamentals ahead of a Class 1A transition.
Auburndale's 22-0 victory highlights emerging talent and the challenges coaches face in a condensed spring schedule.
Scott Paravicini, a 32‑year‑old head football coach at Lakewood Ranch, balances chemotherapy with daily coaching, sharing his journey to encourage early cancer screening and to uplift fellow patients.