{
  "id": 19133116,
  "title": "What are the 5 deepest regions in the FHSAA football playoffs?",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/09/what-are-the-5-deepest-regions-in-the-fhsaa-football-playoffs",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-09T10:06:31.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/5-deepest-regions-fhsaa-football-100631928.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The 5 deepest regions in the Florida State High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) football playoffs, excluding the Open Division, are a hot topic among fans and analysts this season. These regions boast a plethora of talented teams, making for a thrilling and unpredictable tournament. Here's a breakdown of the five most competitive regions:\n\n1. Region 2-2A stands out as one of the most impressive in the state. Every team in this region is ranked within the top 15 in the MaxPreps rankings. The First Academy and Clearwater Central Catholic have both been in the running for the prestigious Open Division. Cocoa has made a remarkable run, winning 19 consecutive regional championships. Bradford, while not a top-four team, had a stellar season with nine wins. Clearwater Central Catholic, Berkeley Prep, and Tampa Catholic all finished their seasons with a 4-1 record in District 6.\n\n2. Region 1-2A is another region of significant depth and talent. The top four seeds within this region are all ranked in the top nine according to MaxPreps. The First Academy, Clearwater Central Catholic, Berkeley Prep, and Tampa Catholic all finished their seasons with impressive records, with the First Academy going 7-3 and having three notable losses. Clearwater Central Catholic and Berkeley Prep had a 4-1 record in District 6.\n\n3. Region 3-5A is a region that showcases a diverse range of talent. Armwood, Tampa Bay Tech, Palmetto, Sumner, and Manatee all won nine games each, with Armwood and Palmetto having strong records throughout the season. Armwood has been undefeated this season, including a notable win against Tampa Bay Tech. Royal Palm Beach won its final nine games and has allowed just 73 points this year.\n\n4. Region 1-5A is a region that contains several dominant teams. Mandarin, Buchholz, Nease, Pace, and Oakleaf all won nine games each. Mandarin and Buchholz had impressive regular seasons before facing off in the regional championship game. Nease had an up-and-down start but rebounded with six consecutive wins. Pace's only loss came against a tough Niceville team. Evans and Bartram Trail both won six of their seven games.\n\n5. Region 1-6A, while not as deep as some others, still boasts a strong group of teams. Mandarin, Buchholz, Nease, Pace, and Oakleaf all won nine games each. Mandarin had a strong season with only one loss, while Buchholz had a thrilling 9-1 season before losing in the regional final. Nease had a rocky start but made up for it with six consecutive wins. Pace's only loss came against a tough Niceville team. Evans and Bartram Trail both won six of their seven games.",
  "summary": "Every team in Region 2-2A is ranked in the top 15 in the state, while four teams in Region 3-5A won nine games this season.",
  "key_points": [
    "Region 2-2A features top 15 ranked teams in MaxPreps",
    "Region 1-2A has four top nine ranked teams in MaxPreps",
    "Region 1-5A includes Mandarin and Buchholz with strong seasons"
  ],
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}