Veteran head coach John White stepped down to focus on coaching the girls team, which celebrated its inaugural season in 2018-19.

While the Bulldogs return several key players on offense, the defense graduated nine starters this year.

"We seem to have kids with better character, kids with better attitudes," Mathews said.

Flagler Palm Coast's track team is dedicating this season in honor of fallen teammate Curtis Gray, who was murdered early the morning of Saturday, April 13.

Matanzas' performance against perennial powerhouse Spruce Creek left no doubt that the Pirates are for real.

FPC's Breaza Robinson sealed the game with a pick six in the fourth quarter.

Participation has grown 300% since the tournament's inaugural year.