September 5, 2025

St. Petersburg School Shines with Burrill’s Quarterback Success

News Summary

Chase Burrill, the standout quarterback for St. Petersburg Catholic, is making waves this football season. With 10 touchdowns in just two weeks, he ranks second statewide. Burrill’s skills honed through dedication and hard work have proven vital for his team’s performance. Influenced by his older brother’s legacy and balancing his athletic pursuits with leisure activities, Burrill embodies the essence of high school athletics. The local sports scene also celebrates other achievements, including volleyball successes and upcoming football matchups.

St. Petersburg – Chase Burrill, the dynamic quarterback for St. Petersburg Catholic, is making headlines early this football season with an impressive performance that has him ranking among the top players in Florida. Through the first two weeks of the season, Burrill has thrown for a remarkable total of 10 touchdowns, placing him second in the state for touchdown passes. Additionally, Burrill stands eighth for passing yards in Florida, accumulating 623 yards in just two games.

Burrill’s impressive touchdown count already nears his total from the entire 2024 season, as he requires only three more touchdown passes to match last year’s performance. His ability to generate offense has been crucial for his team’s success in the competitive in-state football landscape.

Starting his football journey as a wide receiver in seventh grade at Northside Christian, Burrill transitioned to the quarterback position where he found his true calling. During the offseason, he worked diligently with Coach Stephen Garcia to hone his skills, focusing on footwork, decision-making, and passing accuracy. This training has evidently paid off, as Burrill is demonstrating high-level performance under pressure.

Chase’s passion for the sport is influenced by his older brother, Zach, who also played as a quarterback at Indian Rocks Christian and Clearwater Central Catholic. This connection fuels Burrill’s ambitions and dedication to excel in football.

Outside of football, Burrill enjoys spending his free time boating, fishing, and wakeboarding with family at Egmont Key. He finds great relaxation in golf and inshore fishing around the local beaches, activities that help him maintain focus and composure during intense game situations.

In other local high school sports news, Northside Christian’s volleyball team achieved a commendable third place in the premier division at the Nike Tournament of Champions, concluding the tournament with a 4-2 record. Additionally, Nick Grasso was recognized for his significant contributions to high school athletics in Florida by being inducted into the Florida High School Athletic Association Hall of Fame.

Further highlighting local athletic talent, dual-sport athlete Sydney Jackwin from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga earned All-Tournament honors at a recent preseason volleyball event, notably leading her conference in aces.

The upcoming football schedule presents exciting matchups for local teams, including St. Petersburg Catholic facing Indian Rocks Christian. These games are slated for 7 and 7:30 p.m., providing fans with ample opportunity to support their teams throughout the region.

In conclusion, as Chase Burrill continues this promising season, his remarkable statistics and personal dedication reflect the hard work and passion that characterize high school athletics in St. Petersburg and surrounding areas.

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