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American Heritage Repeats as Florida 4A Champion With 33-28 Win Over Jones

MVP Jamar Denson capitalized on two Leon Strawder touchdown passes to break open a tight rematch.

American Heritage High School’s Elijah Balkman along with his teammates celebrate their win against Jones High School in the class 4A state championship football game at Florida International University's Pitbull Stadium on Saturday, December 13, 2025. (Mike Stocker/South Florida Sun Sentinel)
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Overview

  • The championship was played at Florida International University's Pitbull Stadium in Miami with a live NFHS Network stream.
  • American Heritage surged to a 26-7 third-quarter lead, then closed the game by regaining possession and draining the final minutes.
  • Jamar Denson caught two touchdown passes from Leon Strawder and was named the game's Most Valuable Player.
  • Jones cut the deficit behind two Dereon Coleman touchdown throws to Nebraska signee Larry Miles to make it 33-28 late.
  • The result ended Jones's 10-game winning streak and finalized season records at 10-5 for American Heritage and 12-3 for Jones, with local media publishing celebration photos.