Week 11 of high school football showcased significant rivalries and achievements, notably with top teams Jones and Windermere striving for undefeated seasons. The Florida High School Athletic Association extended the schedule due to prior disruptions, allowing teams to complete full seasons. Key games highlighted included Jones defeating Ocoee 14-0, Lake Mary rallying from a 14-0 deficit to beat Bishop Moore 34-16, and Edgewater overcoming Boone 42-14 but facing injuries. Notably, Windermere achieved a perfect 10-0 season with a 13-7 win over Horizon in overtime.

By the Numbers
  • Jones improved to 9-0 for the season, with 250 penalty yards but no first downs allowed in the second half against Ocoee.
  • Lake Mary scored 34 unanswered points after initially trailing 14-0, with Isaiah Thomas rushing for 124 yards.
Yes, But

While teams celebrated victories, Edgewater faced critical injuries to key players, including possible ACL damage to J’atorian 'Duke' Mack and other absences that may impact playoff readiness.

State of Play
  • Jones, ranked No. 1 in the Class 4A Power Rankings, is two wins from a historic 10-0 regular season.
  • Edgewater leads Boone in their rivalry series with an 85-14 record over the past six years, despite injury setbacks.
What's Next

As the regular season nears its close, teams like Jones and Windermere prepare for upcoming playoff matches, focusing on maintaining health and refining strategies amid injury concerns.

Bottom Line

The week underscored the competitive spirit of high school football, with top programs like Jones, Windermere, and Edgewater showcasing remarkable resilience, while navigating the challenges of injuries and penalties ahead of the playoffs.