High school football returned to Coral Springs this week with mixed results for local programs as the 2026 season got under way. Coral Glades produced the most eye-catching performance, scoring a convincing 42-14 victory over Miami Edison in the Kickoff Classic, while Coral Springs Charter and Parkridge Christian also took the field as they prepare for regular-season play.
Coral Glades posts statement win
Coral Glades relied on a balanced attack and timely plays on defense and special teams to secure the win. Running back McKendrick Thomas accounted for three touchdowns and totaled 150 all-purpose yards. Quarterback Channing Chasey threw for two touchdowns, and the Jaguars converted several takeaways into scores.
Coral Glades opened with an impressive performance, defeating Miami Edison High School 42-14.
Defensively and on special teams the Jaguars were decisive. Cornerback Jayden Snow returned an interception for a touchdown, and a blocked punt returned by Alexander Jobbitt produced another score. Linebacker Julian Madero paced the unit with eight tackles, while defensive pressure led to a fumble that Ethan Ortega recovered and returned for a touchdown.
The victory comes after a season in which Coral Glades won six games and reached the postseason. The Jaguars will open their regular season at home against Blanche Ely on Friday, Aug. 21, at 7 p.m.
Parkridge Christian and Coral Springs Charter results
Also participating in the Kickoff Classic, Parkridge Christian fell by a wide margin, 48-7, to Ida Baker. Parkridge’s lone touchdown came on a long connection from Jake Warren to Ramon Brayan.
Parkridge Christian enters the regular season looking to rebound from a 1-9 2025 campaign and will host Pompano Beach on Thursday, Aug. 20, at 7 p.m.
Coral Springs Charter opened its Sunshine State Athletic Association schedule against Coral Shores and held a late lead before allowing a go-ahead drive in the final minutes. Quarterback Kai Gray threw touchdown passes to Martin Franco and Stone Rolle, and also scored on the ground. Kicker Dash Waterman converted all three extra points, and the Panthers’ defense forced four turnovers.
Coral Springs Charter, coming off a five-win season and a postseason appearance, returns home to face Pine Crest on Thursday, Aug. 20, at 7 p.m. The teams split meetings last year with Coral Springs Charter posting a 20-13 overtime victory in 2025.
What to watch this week
- Coral Glades vs. Blanche Ely — Friday, Aug. 21, 7 p.m. (regular-season opener)
- Parkridge Christian vs. Pompano Beach — Thursday, Aug. 20, 7 p.m.
- Coral Springs Charter vs. Pine Crest — Thursday, Aug. 20, 7 p.m.
Local interest will center on whether Coral Glades can carry the momentum from its Kickoff Classic win into the regular season, and how Coral Springs Charter responds after a narrow defeat that featured multiple turnovers. Parkridge Christian faces an early test against a Pompano Beach program that will seek to keep the Golden Tornadoes from building early-season confidence.
| Team | Kickoff Classic result | 2025 record (context) |
|---|---|---|
| Coral Glades | Won 42-14 vs. Miami Edison | 6 wins, postseason appearance |
| Parkridge Christian | Lost 48-7 vs. Ida Baker | 1-9 in 2025 |
| Coral Springs Charter | Narrow loss vs. Coral Shores | 5 wins, postseason appearance |
With the regular season starting this week for most Coral Springs-area teams, coaches will be looking to settle on rotations, shore up special teams and limit turnovers — all key factors in whether teams can improve on last year’s performances. Fans and families should expect more local matchups and amplified community support as Friday-night football returns to Coral Springs stadiums and fields.
Coverage of Coral Springs high school football continues through the season; send game results and tips to the sports desk for inclusion in upcoming reports.
