The 2025 Florida high school football season heats up in Jacksonville as the Raines Vikings host the Sandalwood Saints in a non-conference showdown on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 6:30 PM. Sandalwood looks to rebound from an opening loss, while Raines takes the field for the first time this season, aiming to make a strong statement at home.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Sandalwood (Jacksonville, FL) vs Raines (Jacksonville, FL)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 6:30 PM
○ Location: Raines High School, Jacksonville, FL
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Sandalwood Saints
The Saints come in ranked #6,129 nationally, #358 in Florida, and #55 in their class. After a 33-7 loss in their opener, Sandalwood will rely on its athleticism and discipline to try and bounce back against a tough Raines squad.
○ 2025 Record: 0-1
○ National Rank: #6,129
○ State Rank: #358 (FL)
○ Class Rank: #55
○ Strengths: Physical defense, athletic playmakers, resiliency
○ Key to Win: Limit big plays and find offensive consistency
Raines Vikings
The Vikings enter the season ranked #307 nationally, #27 in Florida, and #3 in their class. Known for their speed and defensive dominance, Raines will look to set the tone early and establish themselves as one of the state’s top teams right from the opener.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #307
○ State Rank: #27 (FL)
○ Class Rank: #3
○ Strengths: Explosive athletes, elite defense, championship pedigree
○ Key to Win: Control the tempo and force turnovers
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandalwood Saints | 6,129 | 358 (FL) | 55 | 0-1 | 7 | 33 |
| Raines Vikings | 307 | 27 (FL) | 3 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
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.
