Just one week before the start of the regular season, Jay hosted Central Friday night in a Kickoff Classic. In the varsity half, the Royals topped the Jaguars 16-0.

Milton High’s varsity team scored three times en route to a 22-6 win over Pensacola High during a kickoff classic held Aug. 14 at Haywood Hanna Stadium.

Austin Reed is back in the NFL.

The Baltimore Ravens signed the former University of West Florida star on Wednesday.

It is notable that the Pace Patriots won their Kickoff Classic against the West Florida Tech Thursday night, defeating the Jaguars 20-0.

But what might be more noteworthy is Pace has no shortage of depth and talent, and that bodes well for the Patriots heading into the 2026 season.

The Milton Panther swim team is ready for another season, and second-year head coach Zane Lowe is pleased with the progress being made in the pool.

The Pace Patriot volleyball team are getting extra work in this week, playing preseason games against Catholic and Tate in Pensacola.

It’s time for another cross-country season and there will be no shortage of talent competing in races this season.

Here’s a quick look at each team heading into the 2026 season.

Central’s football team enters year three of varsity football looking to build on the momentum gained from 2025.

The Jaguars went 4-7 and made the Florida Invitational Tournament last season.

Jaymes Youngblood has been a workhorse in the Jay Royals’ backfield, accumulating more than 1,000 rushing yards in each of the last two seasons.

And while he enters his senior season with his confidence at an all-time high, his mindset remains team oriented.

Jay’s volleyball team is set to start a new season following last year’s district championship.

Many key contributors are back for head coach Carey Locklin, who is excited about the versatility that her players provide.