The 2025 high school football season continues with a special non-conference matchup as the Florida School for the Deaf & Blind Dragons (St. Augustine, FL) travel north to face the Maryland School for the Deaf Orioles (Frederick, MD) on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both programs represent the nation’s top deaf schools, making this a highly anticipated clash of tradition and pride.
Game Details
- Matchup: Florida School for the Deaf & Blind (FL) @ Maryland School for the Deaf (MD)
- Date & Time: 9/6/2025 – 7:00 PM
- Location: Maryland School for the Deaf, Frederick, MD
- Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Florida School for the Deaf & Blind Dragons
The Dragons begin their 2025 season with this road trip to Maryland. While unranked so far this year, FSDB has key players returning who will be critical in establishing offensive rhythm. Quarterback play and defensive stops will be the deciding factors for the Dragons to pull off a road win.
- 2025 Record: 0-0
- National Rank: –
- State Rank (FL): –
- Key to Win: Control the tempo, protect the football, and slow down Maryland’s high-powered rushing attack.
Main Squad:
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Ryker Pedersen – QB/RB
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Mark Gwynn III – WR/DB
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Josue Sanchez – LB
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Donovan Chmaj – DL
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Caleb Rivers – RB
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Ethan Morales – WR
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Anthony Vega – OL
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Jordan Lopez – DB
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Carter Ramirez – RB/LB
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Xavier Ortiz – DE
Maryland School for the Deaf Orioles
The Orioles enter this matchup already tested, holding a 1-1 record with a powerful offense that averages 45 points per game. Ranked among the strongest deaf school programs in the nation, MSD will look to dominate on the ground, where they average 225 rushing yards per game. Playing at home, they’ll have momentum and depth on their side.
- 2025 Record: 1-1
- National Rank: –
- State Rank (MD): –
- Key to Win: Continue establishing the run game, apply defensive pressure, and control the line of scrimmage from start to finish.
Main Squad:
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Dylan Thomas – QB
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Jordan Mitchell – RB
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Xavier Carter – RB/WR
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Brandon Hill – WR
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Matthew Torres – LB
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Logan Brooks – DL
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Christopher Allen – OL
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Isaiah Gomez – DB
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Tyler Reed – RB/LB
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Caleb Johnson – S
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida School for the Deaf & Blind | – | – | 0-0 |
| Maryland School for the Deaf | – | – | 1-1 |
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