The 2025 Florida high school football season continues Friday night as Newberry hosts Hawthorne in a non-conference matchup at 7:30 PM. Hawthorne looks to build on a dominant shutout win, while Newberry aims to bounce back after a tough opening loss.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Hawthorne (Hawthorne, FL) vs Newberry (Newberry, FL)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:30 PM
○ Location: Newberry High School, Newberry, FL
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Hawthorne Hornets
The Hornets are ranked #746 nationally, #66 in Florida, and #1 in their class. Hawthorne opened the season with an emphatic 42-0 home victory, showing dominance on both sides of the ball. They’ll look to carry that momentum on the road.
○ 2025 Record: 1-0
○ National Rank: #746
○ State Rank: #66 (FL)
○ Class Rank: #1
○ Strengths: Elite defense, explosive offense, championship pedigree
○ Key to Win: Stay disciplined and control tempo
Newberry Panthers
The Panthers enter ranked #1,497 nationally, #117 in Florida, and #16 in their class. Newberry dropped its opener 47-14 on the road, struggling to slow down their opponent. Back at home, they’ll look to tighten up defensively and find rhythm on offense.
○ 2025 Record: 0-1
○ National Rank: #1,497
○ State Rank: #117 (FL)
○ Class Rank: #16
○ Strengths: Home-field advantage, physical playmakers, motivated to rebound
○ Key to Win: Limit Hawthorne’s big plays and capitalize on scoring chances
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hawthorne Hornets | 746 | 66 (FL) | 1 | 1-0 | 42 | 0 |
| Newberry Panthers | 1,497 | 117 (FL) | 16 | 0-1 | 14 | 47 |
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.
