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Lake Mary Wins Florida 7A Championship on Last-Second Hail Mary Lateral

The Rams erased a 21-3 halftime deficit in a driving rain at FIU's Pitbull Stadium to claim the program's first state crown.

Overview

  • Notre Dame signee Noah Grubbs hit Barrett Schulz on a 43-yard heave, and Schulz lateraled to Tavarius Brundidge Jr. for the tying touchdown as time expired.
  • Kicker Lucas Parker converted the extra point with no time left to secure a 28-27 victory over previously unbeaten Vero Beach.
  • Vero Beach took an intentional safety with 12 seconds remaining, and Lake Mary returned the ensuing free kick to set up the final play.
  • Grubbs was named game MVP after throwing for 333 yards and three touchdowns, while Vero Beach safety Jordan Crutchfield recorded three interceptions.
  • Vero Beach entered 14-0 seeking its first title since 1981, and coach Lenny Jankowski questioned aspects of the final play, though the result stood.