The 2025 Florida high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as the Dunnellon Tigers host the Bradford Tornadoes on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:30 PM. Bradford enters unbeaten after a dominant defensive showing, while Dunnellon looks to bounce back from a close loss in their opener.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Bradford (Starke, FL) vs Dunnellon (Dunnellon, FL)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:30 PM
○ Location: Dunnellon High School, Dunnellon, FL
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Bradford Tornadoes
The Tornadoes are ranked #488 nationally, #46 in Florida, and #6 in their class. After opening the season with a 24-0 shutout victory, Bradford has established themselves as a defensive force. They’ll look to maintain that same level of play on the road in Dunnellon.
○ 2025 Record: 1-0
○ National Rank: #488
○ State Rank: #46 (FL)
○ Class Rank: #6
○ Strengths: Elite defense, physicality, disciplined play
○ Key to Win: Control the defensive tempo and capitalize on scoring chances
Dunnellon Tigers
The Tigers come in ranked #1,593 nationally, #122 in Florida, and #10 in their class. After a hard-fought 17-14 road loss, Dunnellon will look to regroup and protect their home field with stronger offensive execution and defensive adjustments.
○ 2025 Record: 0-1
○ National Rank: #1,593
○ State Rank: #122 (FL)
○ Class Rank: #10
○ Strengths: Tough defensive unit, home-field advantage, ability to stay competitive
○ Key to Win: Finish drives offensively and minimize turnovers
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bradford Tornadoes | 488 | 46 (FL) | 6 | 1-0 | 24 | 0 |
| Dunnellon Tigers | 1,593 | 122 (FL) | 10 | 0-1 | 14 | 17 |
Abu Sayem is a sports enthusiast and writer who enjoys sharing stories about high school athletics. He is passionate about celebrating the teamwork, dedication, and spirit of young athletes.
