Keep Your Eye On Tampa Jesuit In 2025

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Moments after beating Lakeland this past spring in convincing fashion, the state of Florida was put on notice that the Tampa Jesuit Tigers were indeed back.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Coming off a district title, beating out Tampa Blake, Tampa Hillsborough, Tampa Middleton and Brandon, veteran head coach <strong>Matt Thompson</strong> and this team out together five straight wins to end the season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>When they dropped a 45-31 decision to talented Port Charlotte, the focus quickly moved to the 2025 season, and this team has worked very hard to be a force among 4A schools.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Tampa Jesuit Tigers</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>HEAD COACH: </strong>Matt Thompson</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>DISTRICT: </strong>9-4A</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2024 RECORD:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2025 SCHEDULE</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>8/22 – Fort Myers Bishop Verot</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>8/29 – North Palm Beach Benjamin</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>9/5 - @Valdosta</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>9/12 - @Tampa Blake</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>9/19 – West Palm Beach Cardinal Newman</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>10/3 – Orlando University</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>10/10 – Tampa Middleton</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>10/17 - @Brandon</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>10/24 – Tampa Hillsborough</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>10/31 – Tampa Catholic</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here are some of the prospects who joined on stage at the Tampa Bay Bucs training center as part of the Hillsborough/Pinellas County Media Days:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>PROSPECTS TO WATCH</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2026 – [player_tooltip player_id='1206219' first='Will' last='Griffin'], QB, 6'3, 225. </strong>It's been over a year since this gifted young man made his commitment to attend the University of Florida. He is someone who broke onto the scene as a freshman and has put together a solid career that includes 47 varsity starts, 118 touchdowns and 9,765 yards. Has received many accolades throughout his career.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TAPE: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/17781318/675c7e5e953741439ebe989a" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.hudl.com/video/3/17781318/675c7e5e953741439ebe989a</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><br>2027 – [player_tooltip player_id='1419103' first='Kaden' last='Henderson'], LB, 6'2, 215. </strong>Heads into the 2025 season as the No. 1 prospect in Florida by Prep Redzone Florida. He is a gifted playmaker that continues to grow and mature. A major playmaker that is among the best in the country. Has been receiving attention from powers such as Alabama, Auburn, Baylor, Clemson, Miami and Duke to mention a few.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TAPE: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/19598396/Kaden-Henderson" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.hudl.com/profile/19598396/Kaden-Henderson</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 – Tripp Keller, SS/OLB, 6'2, 200 – 4.38 GPA. </strong>Another of the elite playmakers that this program will unleash for the 2025 season. His athletic ability has attracted interest from a number of programs such as Rhode Island, Buffalo, Toledo and UMass. But remember he is just going to be a junior.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TAPE: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/19651896/Tripp-Keller" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.hudl.com/profile/19651896/Tripp-Keller</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Anthony Remetta, OL/DL, 6'3, 270 – 3.6 GPA. </strong>Will be counted on plenty this coming season as a versatile leader that many of the younger players will learn plenty from. Is certainly someone that has parlayed his impressive grades with his skill on the field. Service academies have been watching along with Appalachian State as well as Patriot League and Ivy League schools.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TAPE: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/18383046/Anthony-Rametta" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.hudl.com/profile/18383046/Anthony-Rametta</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 - Michael “Mikey” Vernon Jr., Athlete, 5'9, 160 – 3.1 GPA. </strong>This is another speedy talent that will play many roles this coming season. He represents what the future will be about for this program. Had a tremendous off season and will play a major part in the success this program enjoys this coming season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TAPE: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/19599136/6743fbf12b1d32398304feae" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.hudl.com/video/3/19599136/6743fbf12b1d32398304feae</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>PHOTO COURTESY OF TAMPA BUCS MEDIA DAY - <a>https://bighitslive.com/</a> -&nbsp;<a>https://floridahsfootball.com/</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Statewide Coverage Daily.<a href="https://prepredzone.com/florida/"> https://prepredzone.com/florida/</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>You Can Contact Larry Blustein with prospect or team information at:</strong> Floridakids1@aol.com.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>COACHES, PLAYERS: Do You Have A Subscription? 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