The 2025 Florida high school football season continues Friday night as Wiregrass Ranch hosts Clearwater in a non-conference matchup at 7:30 PM. Clearwater looks to stay unbeaten after a strong road win, while Wiregrass Ranch aims to bounce back following a close opening loss.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Clearwater (Clearwater, FL) vs Wiregrass Ranch (Wesley Chapel, FL)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:30 PM
○ Location: Wiregrass Ranch High School, Wesley Chapel, FL
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Clearwater Tornadoes
The Tornadoes are ranked #1,466 nationally, #114 in Florida, and #19 in their class. They opened the year with a 23-14 road win, showing resilience on both sides of the ball. Clearwater will look to carry that momentum into another tough road test.
○ 2025 Record: 1-0
○ National Rank: #1,466
○ State Rank: #114 (FL)
○ Class Rank: #19
○ Strengths: Strong defense, experienced roster, ability to close out games
○ Key to Win: Maintain defensive intensity and finish drives offensively
Wiregrass Ranch Bulls
The Bulls are ranked #1,713 nationally, #131 in Florida, and #23 in their class. Wiregrass Ranch dropped a tough 28-20 road battle in Week 1 but showed offensive potential. Returning home, the Bulls will look to get back on track in front of their fans.
○ 2025 Record: 0-1
○ National Rank: #1,713
○ State Rank: #131 (FL)
○ Class Rank: #23
○ Strengths: Balanced offense, home-field support, physical playmakers
○ Key to Win: Eliminate mistakes and capitalize on scoring opportunities
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clearwater Tornadoes | 1,466 | 114 (FL) | 19 | 1-0 | 23 | 14 |
| Wiregrass Ranch Bulls | 1,713 | 131 (FL) | 23 | 0-1 | 20 | 28 |
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.
