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Jay Royals punch ticket to state championship game

February 24, 2026 | Brian Lester

Jay led from start to finish in a 53-39 win over Hilliard in a Rural state semifinal Tuesday afternoon at the University of North Florida Arena in Jacksonville.

Three players scored in double figures in a victory that punches a trip to the state championship game on Friday night.

They Jay Royals punched their ticket to the state final with a win over Hilliard Friday.

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Jay Royals punch ticket to state championship game

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