The 2025 Florida high school football season continues with an exciting non-conference matchup as the Nease Panthers host the Creekside Knights on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Creekside looks to rebound from a tough opening loss, while Nease seeks to keep its strong start rolling at home.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Creekside (St. Johns, FL) vs Nease (Ponte Vedra, FL)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Nease High School, Ponte Vedra, FL
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Creekside Knights
The Knights come in ranked #1,051 nationally, #94 in Florida, and #18 in their class. After a 42-20 home loss in their opener, Creekside is determined to regroup and find consistency on both sides of the ball. They will need a sharper defensive effort to slow down Nease’s offense.
○ 2025 Record: 0-1
○ National Rank: #1,051
○ State Rank: #94 (FL)
○ Class Rank: #18
○ Strengths: Offensive potential, motivated to rebound, solid playmakers
○ Key to Win: Tighten up defense and control time of possession
Nease Panthers
The Panthers are ranked #890 nationally, #85 in Florida, and #13 in their class. Nease opened the season with a 38-28 road win, showing offensive firepower and the ability to close out a competitive game. With the home crowd behind them, they’ll look to stay unbeaten and continue building momentum.
○ 2025 Record: 1-0
○ National Rank: #890
○ State Rank: #85 (FL)
○ Class Rank: #13
○ Strengths: High-scoring offense, strong leadership, early momentum
○ Key to Win: Keep offensive rhythm and limit defensive breakdowns
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Creekside Knights | 1,051 | 94 (FL) | 18 | 0-1 | 20 | 42 |
| Nease Panthers | 890 | 85 (FL) | 13 | 1-0 | 38 | 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.
