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Gainesville High School Football Primed for Electrifying 2025 Season
20 Aug
Summary
- Buchholz Bobcats chase fifth straight state semifinal berth
- Hawthorne targets sixth consecutive state title game appearance
- Eastside, Newberry, Bradford, and Columbia seek deep playoff runs

As the 2025 high school football season approaches, the anticipation and expectations are high across North-Central Florida. In the larger classes, the Buchholz Bobcats are on a quest to reach their fifth straight state semifinal. After coming close in recent years, the 'Cats are determined to finally get over the hump and advance further.
In the Rural Class, the Hawthorne Hornets and their coach Cornelius Ingram are aiming for a sixth consecutive state title game appearance. Last season, they lost the glory, and they are now focused on reclaiming their dominance.
Beyond the top contenders, several other teams are also seeking deep playoff runs. Eastside, Newberry, Bradford, and Columbia all made appearances in the postseason last year and are eager to build on that momentum.
With the talent pool once again filled throughout the region, the 2025 high school football season is shaping up to be a phenomenal one. Fans can expect an abundance of exciting matchups, standout performances, and thrilling storylines as the teams battle it out on the gridiron.