Key Points
  • The Florida High School Athletic Association released tentative classification and district pairings for the next two seasons, resulting in significant changes for Orlando area football programs
  • Changes include Apopka moving to a new Class 7A Region 2 district, while Kissimmee Osceola, Oviedo, Edgewater, and Jones shift into new-look districts
  • The re-implementation of a classification plan based on student enrollment, approved by the FHSAA board, replaced the previously used Metro and Suburban classification plan
  • The eight football classifications, down from nine the past two years, are a return to the status quo from 2005 through 2021
  • A possible ninth Open Division playoff bracket is still under consideration, with ongoing discussions
  • Schools have until Jan. 12 to appeal their placement, and remaining fall sports classifications will be released in January
  • Specific changes for various Orlando area football programs include new districts, potential matchups, and regional tournaments
  • A total of 39 schools that compete under the FHSAA umbrella reached state championship games over the past four years
  • Preliminary classifications and districts for regions involving Orlando area programs are listed, indicating potential matchups for the upcoming seasons
  • Enrollment numbers per classification based on what schools reported in October are included
  • This article originally appeared on OrlandoSentinel.com. Email J.C. Carnahan at [email protected] for more information