Photos by Troy Browder and John Carlos II. "Welcome to Palmetto Ridge High School, home of the Bears! There is no doubt about it, experience will be a strength this season. Palmetto Ridge had just two winning records and one playoff appearance before the coach arrived in 2015. After outscoring their county opponents 160-13, the Raiders needed a late rally to beat defending state champion Miami-Booker T. Washington 16-13, then were routed by Fort Lauderdale-Dillard 31-6 in the Class 1A-6A Gold Bracket semifinals. There's a chance Gulf Coast closes the regular season on at leasta four-game win streak while capturingtheir first district title under Nichols seems imminent in a three-team district featuring Immokalee and Palmetto Ridge, who both have first-year head coaches. Thats the goal this year is to hang those banners up in the gym, Grimes said. / 26.29565; -81.57765. The Super 11 team has been selected, and 7-11 tell us what makes them so super, High school football is back in Palm Beach County as preseason camps open, rivals are ready to face off, Atlantic cornerback Jekkaven Smith will play senior season in honor of his slain father, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. After the coach continued to argue, Costain ejected him from the contest which officials can do even when the game is over. Toukonen also helped the football program get through tragedy after star football player and wrestler Colby Singletary died in a single-car crash in July 2019. VHSL maintains eligibility and standards . The positive? The test for Indians will be whether they can prove they have grown over the offseason or if they fall back on old habits in the face of adversity. 85 were here. Senior running back Terry Jackson, who led the team in rushing last season, will look to help energize an offense that averaged a tick under 18 points per game last season. 0:04. One of Delgados chief goals will be to see if his team can get better week by week with the hope that they will find their best between now and Week 10. That is a tribute to how hard we work at this.. Grimes, according to MaxPreps, enters his senior season with just over 1,100 career receiving yards and 10 career touchdowns. 2021 2020 Southwest Florida Football Recruit Fair (Palmetto Ridge High School) 2020 Palmetto Ridge Football (Varsity) Coach References. The Virginia High School League (VHSL) is an alliance of Virginia's public and approved non-boarding, non-public high schools that promotes education, leadership, sportsmanship, character and citizenship for students by establishing and maintaining high standards for school activities and competitions. See top plays & highlights of the best high school sports. Say one more thing and you'll get another flag and get ejected.". The football program at Palmetto is in a better place than when I got here which is one of the goals of every head coach, Toukonen wrote. But in that moment, its just something that happened.. High School Football Barron Collier Palmetto Ridge Cougars 38 Bears 34 The Palmetto Ridge (Naples, FL) varsity football team lost Friday's home non-conference game against Barron Collier (Naples, FL) by a score of 38-34. So I want to bring the greatness out of other players, Grimes said. If I get knocked down, I have to get up. Palmetto Ridges defense made up for an offense that moved the ball but hurt itself with turnovers and penalties. I think thats fantastic, Bears defensive lineman Brennan Van Hoecke. "I think the kids are excited about the challenges ahead," Jackson said. This is a great way for PRHS alumni to give back to the school. 2023 www.naplesnews.com. My calm response to chaos reassures others and helps me to respond effectively. By submitting, you agree to receive personalized follow-up and marketing messages from NCSA by email, phone and automated text. Live streaming still isnt available yet. Schedule:Aug. 26 at Naples; Sept. 2 at Bishop Verot; Sept. 9 vs. Lake Gibson; Sept. 16 at Riverview; Sept. 30 at Ida Baker; Oct. 7 vs. Sebring, Oct. 14 vs. Charlotte; Oct. 21 vs. North Fort Myers; Oct. 28 at Riverdale; Nov. 3 at Dunbar. Family members can show support for current and past Bear programs. Palmetto Ridge led 2-0 at the end of the first quarter. All rights reserved. Community members can honor the work of the school and its programs through this project. profiles were viewed 4.1 million times by college coaches in 2021. I have overcome negative thinking as I learn differently and find writing has always been a strength and an area where I excel. Students Parents Staff Community About Us Departments & Divisions Human Resources Employment Schools Contact Us Interscholastic Athletics Interscholastic Athletics Athletic Announcements Sports Tickets Sports STREAMING LIVE Please visit the CCPS Parent Academy website for details and to pre-register at www.collierschools.com/pa. In a report filed with the FHSAA, GNOA official Ben Klass wrote that Toukonen sprinted after the refs following the postgame handshake line. to build a profile. These were the kids that were left behind in 2020 as freshmen, to figure it out and going online and so forth. The CCPS Parent Academy provides educational opportunities and resources for parents to become fully engaged partners in their childs education and enhance their learning experiences. We apologize for this inconvenience and invite you to return as soon as you turn 13. Every time I step on the field, I want to be able to be a good example. The NFL record for safeties in a game is three. The Florida High School Athletic Association has suspended Palmetto Ridge high school football coach Chris Toukonen five games for his conduct toward officials aftera recent loss. 15 to No. Giovine and the staff have found solutions at some positions. Palmetto Ridge High School is dedicated to the learning of individual perspectives and positively. Funds from the Brick Legacy Project will be used to support both Athletic and Academic programs at Palmetto Ridge HS. Comments (-1) JV Football Schedule - 2021-2022. They've done a great job of coming out of that and buying into what we're doing here at Gulf Coast.". I trust my talents, skills and knowledge in making good judgments that will move me closer to my goals and I pay attention to things I can or need to do better. Faustin was devastated when he was made aware of the news. 5 - Montezuma Macon County (GA) vs. Stewart-Quitman in 1983, 5 - Linden (NJ) vs. Newark East Side in 1989, 5 - Niobrara County (WY) vs. Pine Bluffs in 2000, 4 - Pebble Beach Stevenson (CA) vs. Carmel in 1987, 4 - Santa Rosa Cardinal Newman (CA) vs. Fort Bragg in 1968. Toukonen's comment that GNOA officials would no longer work Palmetto Ridge games was made to Brickzin, the AD said,not directly to the officials. The Bucs have an overwhelming 95 point lead on second place Southwest Miami and will send six wrestlers into the 4 p.m. finals. Three others had recorded four in a game, but none were from Florida. In a letter sent to Palmetto Ridge on Sept. 7, the FHSAA said Toukonen was suspended for "pursuit of officials with intent after the game," which is Level 2 unsportsmanlike conduct according to the organization's bylaws. That march to hanging the banners in the gym begin September 17 against Naples High School. here for you as soon as you turn 13. High School Head Coach; Matt Kern ; Events. Playing quarterback has taught me a lot about who I am and how I am wired. There is a great mutual respect between the football coaches and officials in Collier county. Senior Kamonte Grimes caught a 39-yard touchdown pass from Evan Rodriguez in the fourth quarter for Palmetto Ridge's offensive touchdown. profile and get matched with the right choices. Charlotte lost most of its starters on offense, including starting quarterback Keon Jones and leading rusher Troi McClary. All rights reserved. Despite losing 1,200-yard rusher Kaleb Staple to graduation, junior Michael-Rey Rivera is poised to take over the bell-cow role in Bakers run-first attack. Follow Southwest Florida Sports Writer Alex Martin on Twitter: @NP_AlexMartin. I think our kids are excited to go out there and play the game.". at 866-495-5172 to learn more. The school also has Jaden Booker (4,080 career rushing yards) and defensive back Kensley Faustin, an up-and-coming 2024 prospect who has multiple Power Five offers. For him to do what he did for us last year was an amazing feat for a freshman, and look forward to him getting better and better every year.. Cornerbacks Robert Harris and Chris Burgess will lead a defense that has to replace five first-team all-county selections who graduated. Bears offensive line coach Jacob Fields ran the team on gameday against Lely. Season outlook:The Lightning will be looking to make the playoffs for the fifth straight season, and should have little trouble in getting there either as a district champion or as an at-large bid in Class 4S. All rights reserved. He will be protected by a massive offensive line led by 6-foot-7, 285-pound Ja'Kavion Nonar, a Pitt commit, and 6-foot-5, 290-pound Keon Kindred. The Palmetto Ridge versus Naples game begins tonight at 7 and CCPS will try to offer live-streaming of football games for anyone who cant go in person. Garrison Kepley, a senior transfer, takes over as starting quarterback. More High School Football:High school football is back in Palm Beach County as preseason camps . The News-Press and Naples Daily News will get you ready for the coming high school football season . I am very excited to be joining the PRHS family and community. With football being such a big part of who I am I want to earn a communication degree where I can apply my strengths of writing and speaking. BELLE GLADE Glades Central dominated four Palm Beach County opponents during last year's abbreviated regular season and finished No. [citation needed]. Overview: The Raiders turned to Hepler, who served as the defensive line coach at South Fort Myers last season after relocating from Georgia, to reenergize a program that hasnt posted a winning season since 2018. Highest velocity throw at camp (54.1 mph). The sideline infraction should have been assessed after the play, not during, which would have allowed Palmetto Ridges game-winning touchdown to stand. Palmetto Ridge is in the process of appealing the suspension. 5 to 1 for 2022. 5 to 1 for 2022, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. they can save time and money, get ahead and give back. Season outlook: The Indians do not have the luxury of easing into the season, playing on the road in five of their first six contests. Copyright 2023 Waterman Broadcasting of Florida, LLC, Home News High School Sports Collier County kicks off socially distant high school football season. Parents can honor their own Bear graduate. More:Regional quarterfinal recap: CSN, Cypress Lake, Dunbar, Naples, Palmetto Ridge advance, More:Southwest Florida high school football playoff scoreboard with photos galleries and video. By purchasing your own engraved brick to be placed at the foot of the Bear Statue in the stadium, you will leave your name as an alumni or supporter of Palmetto Ridge HS for all to see. "It's been much different," he said. The first "Keep Pounding" High School Classic will be played Aug. 19 at Bank of America Stadium and will be a battle of North and South Carolina high school powers. He was initially suspended for five games after his conduct towards officials in a controversial loss to Barron Collier, but after appeal, it was reduced to three games. As a principal my philosophy is simple, put students first and involve all stakeholders to ensure that students graduate on time and have a plan after their CCPS career is finished. Sharing the Commitment - Advisory Committee Meeting for Exceptional Student Education, 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM From there, the Bears would advance to the regional semifinals, the furthest the program has gone in school history. Palmetto Ridge coach Chris Toukonen told the Naples Daily News via text Friday morning that he stepped down and will no longer be coaching the Bears. Palmetto Ridge is hurt from this and everyone on the team is hurt and it's can take us a while to get over this. His last three years at Palmetto Ridge under coach Chris Toukonen were capped with a 9-1 2020 season where the Bears beat Naples High for the first time in school history - 38-0 to open the . Delgado described his roster as being filled with talented players who are tired of being overlooked. Port Charlotte; Sept. 23 at North Port; Sept. 30 vs. Lehigh; Oct. 7 vs. Island Coast; Oct. 14 vs. Riverdale; Oct. 28 at Charlotte; Nov. 4 at Palmetto. There are several big games tonight that will kick off the season. Van Hoecke, a two-time state runner-up in wrestling, recorded the record-setting safety by taking down Charlotte quarterback John Busha with 6:41 to play. One of Collier Countys longest-tenured coaches has announced his resignation. That doesnt include a pair of Dunbar transfers in Robert Raybon and James Little IV. 8-26-19 Ridge View Varsity Football vs Blythewood - Palmetto Sports Imaging Regular School Board Meeting (iTECH), 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM What a great way to leave your mark and show your support for Palmetto Ridge High School.Go Bears !! The Bears went 1-2 during that stretch. The officials had to walk past Toukonen to exit the field, which is where the argument began, Brickzin wrote. Laurent Andre kicked field goals of 35 and 27 yards in the second quarter to give the Bears a conventional 10-0 halftime lead scored in an unconventional way. Raybon impressed in the kickoff classic against Cypress Lake last week. Super 11:The Super 11 team has been selected, and 7-11 tell us what makes them so super, More High School Football:High school football is back in Palm Beach County as preseason camps open, rivals are ready to face off, Atlantic DB dedicating season to slain dad:Atlantic cornerback Jekkaven Smith will play senior season in honor of his slain father. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. "The coaching staff has done a good job building this for five years now," Toukonen said. Week in week out we seldom have a problem with any game or any coach. NCSA athlete's Senior defensive end Layton Breckinridge, whom Faucette calls the bedrock of the teams defense, will anchor a front that will more than hold its own in the trenches. Sports play a vital role at every high school. The national record for safeties in a high school game is five, accomplished by three teams, according to the National Federation of State High School Associations record book. The kids a hard worker, very smart, very talented. "This hurt and the program will definitely miss him," Faustin wrote in a text message. Game Stats Season Stats Feb 17, 2023 @ 4:43am 56-55 (W) Palmetto Ridge vs. Countryside On 2/16, the Palmetto Ridge varsity basketball team won their neutral playoff game against Countryside (Clearwater, FL) by a score of 56-55. "The kids worked really hard and then once the season hit, we've been patching everything up together to make sure we're all set, and we're looking forward to playing the kids. What a great way to leave your mark and show your support for Palmetto Ridge High School. Palmetto Ridge Port Charlotte; Sept. 16 at Bishop Verot; Sept. 23 at Golden Gate; Sept. 30 vs. Palmetto Ridge; Oct. 7 vs. Cypress Lake; Oct. 14 vs. West Broward; Oct. 28 at Immokalee; Nov. 4 at Barron Collier. Find out what coaches are viewing your WATCH: Ida Baker High School at Lee County Media Day, Ida Baker players and coaches give and overview of the upcoming season, WATCH: Riverdale High School Football at Lee County Media Day, Riverdale Players and Coaches give an overview of their upcoming season, Preseason results, analysis as North, Lehigh, Oasis pick up wins, Fort Myers, Bishop Verot, Gateway, Golden Gate, Naples among preseason winners, The Inside SWFL Football podcast by The News-Press, Naples Daily News returns for Season 5, See who from Dunbar, Naples, First Baptist, Lehigh ranked No. / 26.29565; -81.57765. On defense, senior defensive back Jaheim Clarke, an Illinois commit, leads a unit that also boasts a pair of talented linebackers in seniors Wyatt Robinson and Colton Flint. There is just a million things you know. The Ridge had become a hotbed for Division I talent under Toukonens tenure, most recently churning out top prospects in Kamonte Grimes (Nebraska) and 2020 Broxson Trophy winner Malique Dieudonne (Western Michigan). In case you missed it: FHSAA suspends coach Dwayne Mack 2 games for recruitment violation captured on video By the way: Week 2. Ive never seen that before.. Season outlook:The Bears, as every rebuilding program typically deals with, will have growing pains in terms of adjusting to a new system that Giovine is implementing on both sides of the football. This article originally appeared on Naples Daily News: Palmetto Ridge football coach Chris Toukonen has resigned, Palmetto Ridge football coach Chris Toukonen has resigned. Entering his second season as head coach, Jackson is confident he has the talent to succeed against such a daunting schedule, even after losing 24 players to graduation. Family members can show support for current and past Bear programs. NFHS Network is part of the CBS Sports Digital Network. Thats incredible for our team. 2023 www.naplesnews.com. Palmetto Ridge is in the process of appealing the suspension. Buddy Collings of the Orlando Sentinel keeps track of state football records and he had no record of four safeties being recorded in one game before. Riverdale returns a core of senior leaders that Hepler said have been instrumental in setting a positive tone for the teams younger players. That's a more reasonable goal some years than others, but we have the tools in place to do it. Brickzin said Toukonen did not intentionally chase after the officials. Were sorry, you have to be 13 years old Overview: First-year head coach James Delgado has a long-term vision for his new squad one that entails putting the team that played an FHSAA Independent schedule last season on the path to a championship. With about a minute remaining in the loss, the Bears scored on an 80-yard screen pass that would have given them the lead. Overview: The Bulldogs motto for the 2022 season is All In with Faucette preaching a single-minded goal: get into the state playoffs by any means necessary and win the first postseason game in the programs 18-year history. Attended camp annually since 2015 (past four years). This is why you will hear multiple times on Saturday and Sunday that the previous play is under review.. We strive to be as good as we can possibly be as an officials association, Mackett said. Collier County kicks off socially distant high school football season, Tom Sizemore, 'Saving Private Ryan' star dies at 61. 2021 2020 Southwest Florida Football Recruit Fair (Palmetto Ridge High School), Collier Adult & Community Education Center. Over the course of their high school education, students enrolled in the academy take several classes relating to the academy, some of which are classes specifically made for academy students. If we can take it to state that is what we are going to do. Palmetto Ridge led 4-0 halfway through the second quarter, a score rarely seen in football. He teaches us how to deal with the situation like you would deal with football. search for recruits on NCSA's platform 741,611 times in 2021. Palmetto Ridge High School has two different career academies. According to 247 recruiting service and Rivals he is a three star recruit. We want to set more records every night.. In the second quarter, with the Tarpons backed up to their own 2-yard line, the teams punter intentionally stepped out of the back of the end zone. And then there's the traditional Muck Bowlagainst Pahokee to end the season. Comments (-1) Girls' and Boys' Golf Schedule - 2021-2022 . Senior Sleepers: 15 high school football players colleges should watch in their final year. With Kamonte in the Bears back pocket and a loaded returning class, expectations could not be any higher in 2020. Season outlook: Riverdale is too talented a team to post another losing record in 2022. Football teams were allowed back on the field for the first day of practice, and for Palmetto Ridge the expectations are sky high behind one of the best players in the area. Hes growing, hes older, Chaney said. They like the things that football brings them. Live streaming still isn't available . They do in the NFL and they do in the NCAA, and they have backup in the press box with replay officials that correct their calls. ", "Impact" players: OL/DLJa'Kavion Nonar, OL/DL Keon Kindred), CB Robert Harris, QB Garrison Kepley,CB Chris Burgess, Aug. 20Naples-Palmetto Ridge (Kickoff Classic). Most safeties nationally in a high school football game. According to the appeals letter, Costain said: "Go ahead, say one more thing, I dare you. That of course is Nebraska commit and All-American Kamonte Grimes who is ready for his last year to be his best for not just himself, but the entire team. Season outlook: The Bulldogs havent played in a regional quarterfinal playoff game since 2014. Toukonen declined to comment when contacted by the Naples Daily News on Wednesday. Due to federal privacy regulations, we are not able to create an athlete profile for students under 13 years old. The network is available to high school student-athletes around the country through valued relationships with the NFLPA, FBU, NFCA and SPIRE. Football; Flag Football; Boys Basketball; Girls Basketball; Lacrosse; Track and Field; Boys Soccer; Girls Soccer; . Dorian Mallary has matured as a starting quarterback in his second season, and will be leading an offense that averaged 28.3 points per game last season, but was held to a total of two points in their three losses. Defensive end Cael Newton, a 6-foot-8 game wrecker, will be back after a season where he recorded 77 tackles, 16 tackles-for-loss, five sacks and a forced fumble. This is a great way for PRHS alumni to give back to the school. Ida Baker, Lehigh, Riverdale, Gulf Coast, Immokalee, Palmetto Ridge football season previews. Regional quarterfinal recap: CSN, Cypress Lake, Dunbar, Naples, Palmetto Ridge advance, Southwest Florida high school football playoff scoreboard with photos galleries and video, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Leave your legacy at Palmetto Ridge High School. This year they led Palmetto Ridge (9-1) to its first undefeated regular season, its first playoff win, its first appearance in the regional semifinals, and a program-record for wins in a season. Naples Palmetto Ridge 61-45, d. Punta Gorda Charlotte 52-35. By taking advantage of this extensive network, more than 92 percent of NCSA verified athletes play at the college level. That came just 76 seconds after Zach Bragg sacked Busha in the end zone for the third safety. He missed last week's 14-3 loss to Lely and must also sit out upcoming games against North Port, Naples, Gulf Coast and Lehigh. Schedule: Aug. 26 at Community School; Sept. 2 vs. Golden Gate; Sept. 9 at Naples; Sept. 16 at Lake Placid; Sept. 23 at Barron Collier; Sept. 30 at South Fort Myers; Oct. 30 vs. Okeechobee; Oct. 14 at Palmetto Ridge; Oct. 28 vs. Gulf Coast; Nov. 4 vs. Lely. NCSA College Recruiting (NCSA) is the nations leading collegiate recruiting source for more than 500,000 student-athletes and 42,000 college coaches. Palmetto Ridge High School is one of the seven members of the Collier County Athletic Conference. If you're receiving this message in error, please call us at 886-495-5172. Here are team previews for the Collier and Lee County teams competing in Class 4S, Districts 15 and 16 this season. The Palmetto Ridge football team won its first Collier County Athletic Conference championship this season, rolling to a 9-1 record and beating six county opponents by a combined score . Stream regular season and playoffs online from anywhere. With an offense that Faucette thinks has the most weaponsduring his time at Baker and a defense he believes will be special, this season could be the one that sees the Bulldogs finally make some noise in the postseason. The team starts against Community School and comes back home for a match against Golden Gate before running into Naples. Schedule:Aug. 26 at Key West; Sept. 2 at Barron Collier; Sept. 9 vs. Lake Brantley; Sept. 16 at Hardee; Sept. 23 vs. Lely; Sept. 30 at Gulf Coast; Oct. 7 vs. Naples; Oct. 14 vs. Immokalee; Oct. 21 at Fort Myers; Nov. 4 vs. Golden Gate, Lehigh at Cypress Lake preseason high school football highlight video. !If you prefer to pay by check, please use the followingOrder Form. I execute, I encourage, and I lead. "We really wanted a tough schedule to push the boys.". "We're bigger, faster, stronger. Jan 11 The high school boundary modifications were approved last night by the School Board. Taking over for Wade Taylor, Cory Mentzer will be in charge of a talented roster, but not without some challenges. Mission accomplished. A game that was headed toward a blowout early turned into a shootout amongst the teams' stars . Funds from the Brick Legacy Project will be used to support both Athletic and Academic programs at Palmetto Ridge HS. This game provides a unique pressure to think quickly on my feet. Football has shown me that I have a natural ability to adapt to stressful situations. Load Error Palmetto Ridge Touchdown Club Welcome to Bears Football 2022 2022 FOOTBALL CALENDAR Huge Shout Out to all our past and present Business Sponsors for their generosity in helping take care of our teams and being a huge part of supporting our organization! For 2021, Jackson has scheduled three Miami-Dade County opponents (Booker T. Washington, Miami Carol City, Monsignor Pace), a road trip to perennial Class 8A power Vero Beach and a home game against Atlantic, which won the Class 7A Gold Bracket championship in the tri-county playoffs. I want guys to give their 100% when they see me give my 110%.