Tampa Jefferson Ready For Another Run

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>After winning 11 straight games in 2024, the Tampa Jefferson Dragons were slapped with reality in the second round of the state playoffs when they were soundly beaten at home by Gulfport Boca Ciega.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>That unexpected setback was certainly something that drove head coach <strong>Joe Madulla </strong>and this football team in the off-season, as they have used that game as motivation, heading into this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Winning the district title with wins over Tampa Chamberlain, Tampa Robinson and Tampa King, the Dragons outscored the opposition 476-195 and were convincing throughout the season, getting respect in the state rankings.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With a number of key players coming back, there is a belief that this program can get right back in the mix.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Tampa Jefferson Dragons</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>HEAD COACH: </strong>Joe Midulla</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>DISTRICT: </strong>10-3A</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2024 RECORD: </strong>11-1</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2025 SCHEDULE</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>8/22 – Tampa Sickles</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>8/29 – Tampa Leto</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>9/5 - @Trinity Mitchell</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>9/12 – Brandon</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>9/19 - @Tampa Freedom</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>9/26 - @Tampa Robinson</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>10/3 – Tampa Middleton</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>10/10 – Tampa Chamberlain</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>10/17 - @ Davenport Ridge Community</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>10/24 – Tampa King</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>PROSPECTS TO WATCH</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here are some of the prospects who joined on stage at the Hillsborough/Pinellas Media Day at the Tampa Bay Bucs Practice Facility:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2026 - [player_tooltip player_id='1626930' first='Antonio' last='Delacruz'], LB, 6'0, 200 – 4.0 GPA. </strong>One of the top defensive prospects in the region, here is a solid talent who has speed and impressive skills. A run stopper who will drop into coverage if needed. A sure tackler who is technically sound.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TAPE: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/22781664/Antonio-Delacruz" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.hudl.com/profile/22781664/Antonio-Delacruz</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2026 - Ronnell Dubose, RB/WR. </strong>Coming off an 1,800 rushing yard season with 23 touchdowns. A versatile runner who also adds a dimension of being able to catch the ball, which enhances what he already brings to the table.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TAPE: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/19062916/66e0ef72f7358e729a06a927">https://www.hudl.com/video/3/19062916/66e0ef72f7358e729a06a927</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2026 - Chauncey Gunn, WR, 6'1, 175. </strong>Yet another versatile offensive talent that has speed, route running abilities and brings a special teams element to his game as a return specialist that is indeed impressive.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TAPE: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/17995439/Chauncey-Gunn" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.hudl.com/profile/17995439/Chauncey-Gunn</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2026 - Daniel Wright, WR. </strong>The Dragons will be a position to score points once again this season with senior leadership and talent like this quality talent who is not only a steady receiver but also displays game-breaking skills on special teams.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TAPE: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/22425249/Daniel-wright?_gl=1*f826ya*_ga*MjE0MTk3NjUxMC4xNjIwNjc0NjY0*_ga_29LPHS2HWC*czE3NTQxMDA3ODEkbzY0OSRnMSR0MTc1NDEwMTIzOSRqNDQkbDAkaDA." target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.hudl.com/profile/22425249/Daniel-wright?</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.</strong> <a href="https://prepredzone.com/florida/">https://prepredzone.com/florida/</a></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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