Florida high school football crowns champions across Classes 1A–7A at Pitbull Stadium this week. Key betting implications: St. Thomas Aquinas, chasing a seventh straight 5A title, shapes up as a clear favorite — a likely moneyline pick — while rematches such as Chaminade-Madonna vs. Cardinal Newman and Raines vs. Miami Northwestern suggest cautious spread plays; expect lower scoring totals in finals featuring strong defenses.
Florida High School Football State Championships Preview
The state title weekend brings Florida’s top high school programs to South Dade Kia Field at Pitbull Stadium in Westchester, home of FIU. Games across Classes 1A through 7A will determine state champions, culminating with the 4A and 7A finals on Saturday. Several matchups are rematches of recent finals, raising stakes and storylines heading into the weekend.
What’s at Stake
Defending champions and perennial powers return with titles on the line. St. Thomas Aquinas chases a seventh straight 5A crown, Chaminade-Madonna aims to repeat in 1A, and Raines and Miami Northwestern renew a 3A rivalry. American Heritage and Jones meet again in the 4A final, while Lake Mary and Vero Beach clash for 7A supremacy.
Schedule and Key Matchups
Wednesday, Dec. 10
2A — Bolles (Jacksonville) vs. Cardinal Mooney (Sarasota), 7:30 p.m. ET
Thursday, Dec. 11
1A — Cardinal Newman (West Palm Beach) vs. Chaminade-Madonna (Hollywood), 12:30 p.m. ET 5A — Lakeland vs. St. Thomas Aquinas (Fort Lauderdale), 7:30 p.m. ET
Friday, Dec. 12
6A — West Broward (Pembroke Pines) vs. West Boca Raton, 12:30 p.m. ET 3A — Raines (Jacksonville) vs. Miami Northwestern, 7:30 p.m. ET
Saturday, Dec. 13
4A — American Heritage (Plantation) vs. Jones (Orlando), 12:30 p.m. ET 7A — Lake Mary vs. Vero Beach, 7:30 p.m. ET
Venue and Broadcast Info
All games will be played at South Dade Kia Field at Pitbull Stadium, which seats about 23,500. None of the championship games are on traditional TV; fans can stream every matchup live on the NFHS Network.
Betting Outlook for Punters
St. Thomas Aquinas projects as a clear favorite in 5A given its streak and program depth; the moneyline looks like the safer play, while large spreads could invite small hedge wagers. Rematch games (Chaminade-Madonna vs. Cardinal Newman, Raines vs. Miami Northwestern, American Heritage vs. Jones) often produce tighter lines—consider historical margins and turnovers. Many finals feature strong defenses, so under on total points may be worth exploring in select matchups.
Storylines to Watch
- Can St. Thomas Aquinas extend its championship run to seven straight? - Will any returning 2024 champions repeat in 2025? - Which individual playmakers step up in rematches and title-game pressure?
How to Follow
Catch live streams of every state championship game on the NFHS Network. Check local team outlets for roster updates and injury reports leading up to kickoff.
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