News Summary
St. Petersburg Barons have released their 2025 regular season football schedule, featuring 10 games, including notable rivalries against the Evangelical Christian Eagles and Tampa Catholic Crusaders. With a preseason matchup set against Countryside, the team is under the guidance of new head coach Jesse Chinchar. Fans can expect an exciting season as they cheer on their local high school team.
St. Petersburg’s Exciting 2025 Football Schedule Is Here!
Hey there, St. Petersburg! Are you ready for some football? Well, get excited because the St. Petersburg Barons have officially unveiled their 2025 regular season football schedule! That’s right, folks, a total of 10 action-packed games await us in what promises to be an electrifying season.
Notable Matchups to Circle!
This year, the Barons aren’t shying away from tough competition. Among the notable opponents on the schedule are the Evangelical Christian Eagles and Tampa Catholic Crusaders, two teams the Barons will face not once but twice! This is definitely something to look forward to, as both games promise to be filled with intense rivalry and nail-biting moments.
The Full Schedule
Mark your calendars, because here’s how the season rolls out:
- Aug. 15: vs. Countryside (preseason)
- Aug. 22: vs. Alachua Santa Fe (California)
- Aug. 29: vs. Tampa Catholic
- Sep. 5: vs. Evangelical Christian
- Sep. 12: vs. Indian Rocks Christian
- Sep. 26: at Southwest Florida Christian
- Oct. 3: vs. Victory Christian
- Oct. 10: at Northside Christian
- Oct. 17: vs. Out-of-Door Academy
- Oct. 24: vs. Seffner Christian Academy
- Oct. 31: at Haines City
While the official game times are still under wraps, you can definitely feel the excitement building as we approach the season’s kickoff!
Preseason Action
The season will kick off with a preseason game on August 15 against Countryside. This first battle will be a great opportunity for the team to fine-tune their skills and strategies before the regular season really takes off.
A New Era Begins with a New Coach
Now, it’s not just the schedule that’s buzzing with excitement—the Barons also have a new head coach at the helm! Meet Jesse Chinchar, the former head coach of Clearwater Academy International. Chinchar brings a fresh vision to the team and was previously the offensive coordinator at Tarpon Springs High School, where he led them to the Class 2A playoffs. Under his guidance, the Spongers averaged a whopping 27.8 points per game last season with a decent record of 6-5.
Chinchar takes over as the Barons step into a new chapter, and all eyes will be on him as he crafts the team into a fierce competitor. This comes after Clearwater Academy International’s football program wrapped up after 16 years of great memories, boasting an impressive tally of 140 victories.
Stay Connected!
The excitement doesn’t stop here! Fans can look forward to more updates and coverage of high school sports throughout the season. Make sure you stay tuned for all the juicy details that will make this football season one for the books!
So, let the countdown begin, St. Petersburg! We can’t wait to see our Barons take the field and showcase their talent in the 2025 season. It’s going to be a thrilling ride, so don’t miss out on any of the action!
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Additional Resources
- SI: St. Petersburg Catholic Announces 2025 Schedule
- MaxPreps: Baseball Game Preview
- Gulf Coast News: Live Scores
- Herald Tribune: Week 1 Previews
- SI: Jesse Chinchar Named Head Coach
- Wikipedia: High School Football in the United States
- Google Search: St. Petersburg High School Football
- Encyclopedia Britannica: High School Education
- Google News: St. Petersburg Football Team
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