JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Two undefeated teams walked into the Graveyard with something to prove. The Mandarin Mustangs and Raines Vikings entered Friday night’s showdown unbeaten, setting the stage for one of Jacksonville’s most anticipated high school football matchups of the season. Mandarin arrived at 3-0, while Raines was 4-0, and the atmosphere surrounding the game...Read More
Jacksonville Fl- The highly anticipated matchup between Raines and Ed White lived up to the hype, delivering big hits, hard-nosed rushing attacks, defensive pressure and plenty of drama. Both teams came into the contest undefeated, Raines (2-0) defeating Oakleaf and Baldwin, while White (1-0) defeated Trinity and was coming off a bye week. In the...Read More
Northeast Fl- Andre’ Ellis of Duval Sports D1 highlights some of the D1 college prospects from each game each week. Some players highlighted currently have offers, and some players highlighted don’t have offers, but should. It’s impossible to list all the athletes for every team, but these are just some of the athletes featured from this week....Read More
Orange Park Fl- In a game that lived up to the hype, the Raines Vikings leaned on their defense and special teams to create opportunities, and their offense made just enough plays to finish the job against Oakleaf in a highly anticipated Week 1 matchup. In front of a packed house, Raines sophomore quarterback Sa’mon...Read More
Jacksonville Fl- The 2025-2026 season will be remembered as one of the greatest years in the proud history of Raines High School Track and Field. Under the leadership of head coach Steven Bellamy, the Raines Vikings stormed into the Jacksonville Track & Field Season with determination that defined the 2025-2026 FHSAA Class 2A State Championship...Read More
Miami Fl- Raines High School walked into state championship night knowing they were facing one of the toughest programs in Florida. They remembered the 41-0 state championship defeat last year at the hands of the Bulls, and circled this date on their calendars in the spring. Though Miami Northwestern had the talent, size, and home...Read More
The 2025–2026 state championship will showcase one of Florida’s most anticipated rematches: the Raines Vikings versus the Miami Northwestern Bulls. One year ago, Northwestern overpowered Raines 41–0, delivering a decisive statement and raising the bar for the Vikings’ offseason overhaul. Now, the stage is set for a far different battle. Both teams arrive loaded with...Read More
Jacksonville Fl- The Raines Vikings have kicked off the 2025–2026 postseason in overwhelming fashion, powering their way to playoff victories of 43–6 over Baker County and 54–0 over West Florida. Behind a punishing ground attack, explosive defensive playmaking, and lights-out quarterback performance, the Vikings look every bit like one of Florida’s most complete championship contenders....Read More
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — It was a night made for mud and grit as the Raines Vikings fought off the Madison County Cowboys 27-14 in a rain-soaked battle at The Graveyard on Friday. With constant rain, mist, and haze blanketing the field, both teams had to fight not just each other—but the elements too. The wet...Read More
Photo by Ronald Lott Northwest Jacksonville- The Raines Vikings hit rival Ribault like a WWE “Stone Cold Stunner” Saturday afternoon at the 2025 Northwest Classic, overpowering the Trojans 53–0 at the newly built Jean Ribault High School. Behind a five-touchdown performance from quarterback Timothy “TJ” Cole II, the Vikings showcased why they’re one of the...Read More