The Palmetto Panthers host the Southridge Spartans in a marquee non-conference Miami matchup on Thursday, September 4, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams come in unbeaten, with Southridge fresh off a high-scoring road win and Palmetto pitching a shutout in its opener.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Southridge (FL) @ Palmetto (FL)
○ Date & Time: 9/4/2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Palmetto High School, Miami, FL
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Southridge Spartans
The Spartans exploded offensively in Week 1, putting up 63 points in a decisive win. Ranked #245 nationally, #21 in Florida, and #2 in their class, Southridge looks poised to contend at both the state and national level.
○ 2025 Record: 1-0
○ National Rank: #245
○ State Rank (FL): #21
○ Class Rank: #2
○ Key to Win: Maintain their offensive tempo while staying disciplined against Palmetto’s stout defense.
Main Squad:
○ Marcus Allen – QB
○ Elijah Brown – RB
○ Xavier Robinson – WR
○ Caleb Johnson – WR
○ Jordan White – TE
○ Ethan Miller – OL
○ Jamal Harris – LB
○ Andre Mitchell – DB
○ Dylan Carter – DB
○ Noah Thompson – DL
Palmetto Panthers
The Panthers opened the season with a 35-0 shutout, showing off one of Florida’s most physical defenses. Ranked #403 nationally, #36 in Florida, and #6 in their class, Palmetto enters with confidence and home-field advantage.
○ 2025 Record: 1-0
○ National Rank: #403
○ State Rank (FL): #36
○ Class Rank: #6
○ Key to Win: Use their defensive front to contain Southridge’s rushing attack and capitalize on turnovers.
Main Squad:
○ Isaiah Green – QB
○ Malik Johnson – RB
○ Caleb Robinson – WR
○ Jordan Lewis – WR
○ Elijah Carter – TE
○ Michael Hayes – OL
○ Marcus Brown – LB
○ Tyler Davis – DB
○ Cameron Scott – DB
○ Gavin Thompson – DL
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Overall | Home | Away | Win % | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southridge | 245 | 21 | 2 | 1-0 | 0-0 | 1-0 | 1.000 | 63 | 22 |
| Palmetto | 403 | 36 | 6 | 1-0 | 1-0 | 0-0 | 1.000 | 35 | 0 |
