Lakeland, Polk County football teams win big in Week 7

Lakeland dominated Friday night's game with a 58-0 shutout. Quarterback Kelin Hendrix contributed to the victory with three touchdown passes and multiple rushing touchdowns. The team's ground game was led by Xavion Mitchell, who scored twice on the ground. On defense, Travoris Black had an interception, Charles Calhoun blocked two punts, Deonte Fielder recovered a fumble, and Ahmaad Watts forced a fumble.

Lakeland will face Sebring on Friday at 7:30 p.m. The Yellow Jackets bounced back strongly after a previous loss, winning four of six games. Freshman quarterback Kayden Terry scored two touchdowns, and Moscow Shaw and Erik Koshins each had receiving touchdowns. Bartow defeated Fort Meade 36-0 in Fort Meade. Bartow will face Lake Gibson on Friday at 7:30 p.m., while Fort Meade will play at Moore Haven on Friday at 7 p.m. All Saints secured a shutout win against Marco Island, 21-0.

Trey Bellotto had six rushes for 116 yards and a score, while Jordan Almonte added a 50-yard punt return score. All Saints will host Windemere on October 16. Auburndale and Haines City both secured victories in their respective games. Auburndale defeated Haines City 31-6, while Haines City will face Winter Haven on Friday at 7:30 p.m. Victory Christian shut out Lake Region 58-0, leading the charge with quarterback Jaxon Smith's impressive performance.

Victory Christian will travel to McLaughlin on Friday at 7:30 p.m. Lakeland Christian edged out Deerfield-Windsor 48-0, while Santa Fe and Tenoroc both won their respective games. Hardee and Frostproof both won their games 37-44 and 37-37, respectively, while Winter Springs and Ridge Community each won their games 41-43. Titusville and Davenport both won their games 43-43.