The 2025 Florida high school football season rolls on with a non-conference showdown as the Pahokee Blue Devils host the Cypress Lake Panthers on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Pahokee comes in 1-0 after a road win, while Cypress Lake looks to rebound from an opening loss.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Cypress Lake (Fort Myers, FL) vs Pahokee (Pahokee, FL)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Pahokee High School, Pahokee, FL
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Cypress Lake Panthers
The Panthers enter ranked #5,516 nationally, #328 in Florida, and #37 in their class. After dropping their opener, Cypress Lake will need a stronger defensive effort to stay competitive against Pahokee’s balanced offense.
○ 2025 Record: 0-1
○ National Rank: #5,516
○ State Rank: #328 (FL)
○ Class Rank: #37
○ Strengths: Speed on the perimeter, scrappy defense, offensive playmakers
○ Key to Win: Minimize turnovers and contain Pahokee’s passing attack
Pahokee Blue Devils
Pahokee comes in ranked #884 nationally, #84 in Florida, and #3 in their class. The Blue Devils opened with a close 27-25 victory on the road and will look to build momentum in front of their home crowd. Their ability to finish drives could be the deciding factor.
○ 2025 Record: 1-0
○ National Rank: #884
○ State Rank: #84 (FL)
○ Class Rank: #3
○ Strengths: Experienced quarterback, stout defense, home-field advantage
○ Key to Win: Stay efficient offensively and pressure the Cypress Lake backfield
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cypress Lake Panthers | 5,516 | 328 (FL) | 37 | 0-1 | 20 | 28 |
| Pahokee Blue Devils | 884 | 84 (FL) | 3 | 1-0 | 27 | 25 |
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.
