The 2025 Florida high school football season continues with a non-conference showdown as the Bayside Bears host the Palm Bay Pirates on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM in Palm Bay, FL. Bayside looks to build on its 1-1 start at home, while Palm Bay seeks its first victory of the season.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Palm Bay (Melbourne, FL) vs Bayside (Palm Bay, FL)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Bayside High School, Palm Bay, FL
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Palm Bay Pirates
The Pirates enter ranked #5,277 nationally, #317 in Florida, and #34 in their class. After a tough 38-13 road loss in their opener, Palm Bay is determined to bounce back with a stronger performance. Their defense will be tested against a confident Bayside offense.
○ 2025 Record: 0-1
○ National Rank: #5,277
○ State Rank: #317 (FL)
○ Class Rank: #34
○ Strengths: Athleticism, motivated to rebound, defensive potential
○ Key to Win: Minimize turnovers and establish offensive rhythm early
Bayside Bears
Bayside sits at #7,454 nationally, #398 in Florida, and #15 in their class. The Bears are 1-1 after splitting their first two games, outscoring opponents 31-26. With home-field advantage, they’ll aim to secure a winning record with balanced play on both sides of the ball.
○ 2025 Record: 1-1
○ National Rank: #7,454
○ State Rank: #398 (FL)
○ Class Rank: #15
○ Strengths: Balanced team play, solid defense, home-field advantage
○ Key to Win: Control the clock and capitalize on scoring chances
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palm Bay Pirates | 5,277 | 317 (FL) | 34 | 0-1 | 13 | 38 |
| Bayside Bears | 7,454 | 398 (FL) | 15 | 1-1 | 31 | 26 |
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.
