Chiles, Florida High Flag Football Teams Headed to State Semifinals

On May 1, both Chiles (14-4) and Florida High (15-3) won their regional final flag football games to advance to the state semifinals. Chiles competed in the 5A classification as a second seed in their region, while Florida High competed in the 1A classification as a first seed.

Florida High (1A)

As the top seed in their region, the Florida high flag football team played third seeded Bradford (14-3) in the regional finals in Tallahassee. Quarterback Danielle White (Jr.) led the Seminole offense with 113 yards through the air on six completions and 83 yards on the ground on seven carries. White accounted for both of Florida High’s touchdowns contributing one rushing touchdown and one passing touchdown. On the other end of the touchdown pass from White was Florida High wide receiver Azura Vermettee (Jr.) who had 2 catches for 72 yards including a 62-yard touchdown reception.

On the defensive side of the ball for the Seminoles, Hannah Bowden (Fr.) led the team in tackles with a total of six with two sacks. Other notable defensive performances include Emma Prosser (7th) and Danielle White both recording one interception each.

With their 14-0 win against Bradford, Florida High is set to play Eddison (17-1) in the state semi finals on May. 8.

Chiles (3A)

After just sliding by Fleming Island in a 7-6 victory in the regional semi finals, the Timberwolves upset the top seeded Pace (17-2) 12-6, handing them only their second loss of the season. Timberwolves quarterback Kendall Sadberry (Fr.) threw for 128 yards on 10 completions with a passing touchdown and a rushing touchdown. On the other end of Sadberry’s touchdown pass was wide receiver Katie Vernon who had two catches for 18 yards.

Notable performances on the defensive side of the the ball include Lainey Crisafulli (So.) who led the team with seven tackles, Tessa Vermillion (So.) led the team with three sacks and Kendall Sadberry had one interception.

With this win, Chiles plays Homestead in the state semifinals on May 8.