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Countdown to Kickoff – Navarre Raiders – 32 Days

July 26, 2021 by irishbillsports

32 days to kickoff of the 2021 High School Football season for the Navarre Raiders as they will host Fort Walton Beach on 27 Aug 2021.

32 games ago – Navarre 49, Niceville 47 (1st Round, Playoffs – 2017)

Box Score
Niceville….14 3 21 9 – 47
Navarre…..14 7 21 7 – 49

The Raiders (9-1) faced off with the Eagles for the second consecutive week, which turned out to be an old fashioned shootout. Both quarterbacks had huge nights in the contest; Sage Chambers for Navarre and Jack White for Niceville. But it was the Raiders defense that stepped up big in the waning moments to stop the Eagles two-point conversion that would have tied up the game and sent it to overtime.

Chambers finished the night with the second most passing yards in a game in Navarre history as he went 19-24, for 380 yards and four touchdowns. Dante Wright hauled in four receptions for 144 yards and three touchdowns and Quinn Caballero had seven receptions for 107 yards. Garren Harper contributed a 55-yard touchdown reception.

Additionally, the Raiders received help from the ground game as Omari Green had 18 carries for 96 yards and 52 yards on seven carries for Chris Williams. Josh Carter, Wright and Chambers all had a rushing touchdown.

Jack White did his best Tim Tebow impression, but it came up just a little bit short. He went 12-21 passing for 225 yards and two touchdowns and rushed for 190 yards on 15 carries and two scores. The Eagles rushed for 350 yards in the game. Ryan Romair added six receptions for 146 yards and a touchdown.

Cade Taylor led the defense with 9 tackles (6 solo/3 assists) and Carter aided with 7 tackles (6 solo/assist). Mitchell Hunt ended the night with four quarterback hurries and Kevin Taich went 7-7 on extra points.

Raiders who wore #32:
Bobby Nelson – Class of 2000
FB/LB Spencer Clark – Class of 2004
LB Joey Torres – Class of 2008 – Track & Field at University of South Alabama
LB Shane McMaster – Class of 2011
LB Nathan McMaster – Class of 2016
LB Michael Moffo – Class of 2018
LB Brennen Payton – Class of 2020

Statistics that involve #32:
32 – points scored in a game – vs. Bay (Week 6 – 2001)
32 – points scored in a game – vs. Florida High (Week 8 – 2008)
32 – points scored in a game – vs. Gulf Breeze (Week 10 – 2011)
32 – passing TDs in a career – Matthew Webb (2012-14) – 2nd All-time
32 – solo tackles in a season – Everette Alford (2014)
32 – tackles for loss in a career – Anthony “The Unit” Miller (2014-15) – 3rd All-Time
32 – solo tackles in a career – Jay Klosinski (2014-15)
32 – tackle points in a season – Tyler Morton (2015)
32 – assisted tackles in a season – Marc Struck (2016)
32.5 – tackle points in a season – Cameron Thomas (2018)
32 – points scored in a season – Marlon Courtney III (2018)
32 – solo tackles in a season – Jeffery Mattox (2019)
32 – assisted tackles in a season – Bailey Huston (2019)
32 – assisted tackles in a career – Mekhi Domino (2019-20)

Navarre is 24-8 in their last 32 games and leads the series against Niceville, 8-3. The Raiders have outscored the Eagles in the series, 353-270.

Countdown to Kickoff – Navarre Raiders – 33 Days

July 25, 2021 by irishbillsports

33 days to kickoff of the 2021 High School Football season for the Navarre Raiders as they will host Fort Walton Beach on 27 Aug 2021.

33 games ago – Navarre 42, Niceville 20 (2017)

Box Score
Niceville….0 7 13 0 – 20
Navarre…..0 14 14 14 – 42

The Raiders (8-1, 3-0) finished with a win at home to the end the regular season. Sage Chambers went 7-11 for 75 yards and two touchdowns and Dante Wright contributed 85 yards on 7 carries and a score. Josh Carter added a rushing and receiving touchdown.

The defense found the end zone twice as well as Kevon Washington returned an interception 26 yards for a score and moments later, Dante Wright added an interception return from 60 yards out. Cade Taylor had 12 tackles (9 solo/3 assists) and Josh Carter added 9 tackles (6 solo/3 assists). Kevin Taich went 6-6 on extra points.

Raiders who wore #33:
Steve Floyd – Class of 2000
RB Charlie Slack – Class of 2004
RB Tyler Tiwary – Class of 2006
DB Antonio Neris – Class of 2009
WR Trey Chandler – Class of 2011
K David Docarmo – Class of 2012
DB/RB Marcus Mays – Class of 2014

Current Raider wearing #33:
DB Chase Thomas – Class of 2024

Statistics that involve #33:
33 – points scored in a game – vs. Holmes County (Week 5 – 2005)
33 – points scored in a game – vs. Lincoln (Playoffs – 2010)
33 – points scored in a game – vs. Washington (Week 1 – 2012)
33 – carries in a game – Hasaan Williams (2015)
33 – solo tackles in a season – Bo Hering (2015)
33 – solo tackles in a season – Xavier Fernandez (2015)
33 – tackles for loss in a career – Jordan Jefferson (2016-18)
33 – tackle points in a season – Sebastian Melendez (2019)
33 – tackles (solo/assists) in a season – Jaden Jones (2020)

Navarre is 25-8 in their last 33 games and leads the series against Niceville, 8-3. The Raiders have outscored the Eagles in the series, 353-270.

Brahms selected to Preseason All-SEC team

July 24, 2021July 24, 2021 by irishbillsports

Navarre Alum and Auburn C Nick Brahms was selected to the All-SEC Preseason 1st Team for 2021. He has also been added to the Dave Rimington Award Watch List as one of the nations top collegiate centers.

Countdown to Kickoff – Navarre Raiders – 34 Days

July 24, 2021July 24, 2021 by irishbillsports

34 days to kickoff of the 2021 High School Football season for the Navarre Raiders as they will host Fort Walton Beach on 27 Aug 2021.

34 games ago – Navarre 29, Gulf Breeze 23 (2017)

Box Score
Navarre……..0 21 0 8 – 29
Gulf Breeze… 7 7 9 0 – 23

On a blustery late-October night, the Raiders (7-1, 3-0) sealed up the District title. While going against the wind, Navarre could not put any points on the scoreboard. When they had the wind on their side, Sage Chambers put the Raiders on the board with a 6-yard run in the second and produced two more scoring drives in the second quarter and one in the fourth. Dante Wright sealed the victory with a highlight real interception on Gulf Breeze’s last drive.

Chambers completed 5-9 passes for 116 yards and two touchdowns. Sam Register had a 61-yard touchdown grab and Wright hauled in a 17 yard touchdown (both coming in the second quarter). Josh Carter only had eight carries on the night, but made the most of them with 108 yards rushing. Wright would finish out the scoring for Navarre with a 6-yard run 46 seconds into the fourth quarter.

Cade Taylor and Josh Carter had big nights on the defensive side of the ball with 16 tackles (10 solo/6 assists) each. Nolan Garrett added 10 tackles (7 solo/3 assists). Carter, Taylor and Alex Gilchrist each had a sack as well. Kevin Taich went 3-3 on extra points.

Raiders that wore #34:
RB Frank Willis – Class of 2002 – played football and boxed at U.S. Air Force Academy; transferred to Savannah State and played golf before being commissioned in the U.S. Navy.
WR/DB Tremain Barnes – Class of 2007
DE Christopher Anderson – Class of 2011
DL Charlie Alevras – Class of 2017 – serving in U.S. Air Force
WR Evan Makin – Class of 2021

Current Raider wearing #34:
DB Jacob Weaver – Class of 2024

Statistics that involve #34:
34 – points scored in a game – vs. Sneads (Week 9 – 1998)
34 – assisted tackles in a career – Justin Wilson (2002-04)
34 – points scored in a game – vs. Pine Forest (Week 5 – 2003)
34 – points scored in a game – vs. West Florida Tech (Week 1 -2004)
34 – assisted tackles in a career – Michael Hagewood (2005-06)
34 – points scored in a game – vs. Gulf Breeze (Week 10 – 2010)
34 – assisted tackles in a season – Kody Kelly (2012)
34 – points scored in a game – vs. FWB (Week 6 – 2013)
34 – points scored in a game – vs. Gulf Breeze (Week 10 – 2013)
34 – solo tackles in a career – Kyle Arrasmith (2013-14)
34 – assisted tackles in a career – Kyle Arrasmith (2013-14)
34 – points scored in a game – vs. Choctaw (Week 3 – 2016)
34 – solo tackles in a season – Cameron Thomas (2017)
34 – points scored in a game – vs. Pace (Week 2 – 2019)
34 – passing touchdowns in a career – Marlon Courtney III (2018-19) – Navarre Record
34 – solo tackles in a season – Devin Wright (2019)
34 – solo tackles in a season – Devin Wright (2020)

Navarre 26-8 in their last 34 games and leads the all-time series against Gulf Breeze, 14-8. The Raiders have outscored the Dolphins in the series, 554-427.

Countdown to Kickoff – Navarre Raiders – 35 Days

July 23, 2021 by irishbillsports

35 days (5 weeks) to kickoff of the 2021 High School Football season for the Navarre Raiders as they will host Fort Walton Beach on 27 Aug 2021.

35 games ago – Navarre 28, Milton 7 (2017)

Box Score
Navarre…0 14 14 0 – 28
Milton……0 7 0 0 – 7

The Raiders (6-1, 2-0) took a big step for another trip to the State Playoffs as they defeated the Panthers to remain undefeated in District play.

Sage Chambers had another solid performance as he went 13-19 for 217 yards and two touchdowns. Once again, his favorite target was Dante Wright, who hauled in five receptions for 133 yards and two touchdowns (52 & 40 yards); he also added 40 yards rushing on two carries and another score (37 yards).

Navarre was led on defense by Josh Carter once again as he contributed 10 tackles (7 solo/3 assists) and Cade Taylor added 9 (6 solo/3 assists). Jordan Jefferson had two of the Raiders seven sacks on the night and finished with three TFL. Kevin Taich was 4-4 on extra points.

Raiders who wore #35:
RB/DE Andre Mahone – Class of 2003
DB Chris Sutter – Class of 2006
DL Ryan Stewart – Class of 2007
RB Dwayne Carter – Class of 2012 – played at Independence CC (KS) & Harding University (AR)
RB/WR T.J. Woodberry – Class of 2015
DB Chris Kelly – Class of 2016
TE Garren Harper – Class of 2018
DB Marcus Fedorkowicz – Class of 2021

Statistics that involve #35:
35 – points scored in a game – vs. Carrabelle (Week 8 – 1998)
35 – points scored in a game – vs. Northview (Week 7 – 1999)
35 – assisted tackles in a career – Kris Metcalf (2000-02)
35 – assisted tackles in a career -Justin Guilmette (2002-04)
35 – points scored in a game – vs. Gulf Breeze (Week 10 – 2007)
35 – assisted tackles in a career – Demetrius Brown (2010-11)
35 – points scored in a game – vs. FWB (Week 8 – 2011)
35 – passing attempts in a game – Dusty Jones (2011)
35 – points scored in a game – vs. Niceville (Week 4 – 2012)
35 – assisted tackles in a season – Damontell Thompson (2012)
35 – points scored in a game – vs. Choctaw (Week 8 – 2013)
35 – points scored in a game – vs. Gulf Breeze (Week 10 – 2014)
35 – assisted tackles in a career – Michael Sandle (2013-15)
35 – points scored in a game – vs. Milton (Week 8 – 2015)
35 – points scored in a game – vs. Niceville (Week 10 – 2015)
35 – receptions in a season – Dante Wright (2016)
35 – solo tackles in a career – Mitchell Hunt (2016-18)
35 – assisted tackles in a season – Josh Carter (2017)
35 – solo tackles in a season – Matthew Downey (2018)
35 – passing attempts in a game – Marlon Courtney III (2018)
35 – points scored in a game – vs. Catholic (Week 1 – 2018)
35 – points scored in a game – vs. Gulf Breeze (Week 2 – 2020)
35 – tackles for loss in a career – Grady Kelly (2018-20)

Navarre is 27-8 in their last 35 games and leads the all-time series against Milton, 12-8. The Raiders have outscored the Panthers in the series, 554-413.

Countdown to Kickoff – Navarre Raiders – 36 Days

July 22, 2021 by irishbillsports

36 days to kickoff of the 2021 High School Football season for the Navarre Raiders as they will host Fort Walton Beach on 27 Aug 2021.

36 games ago – Escambia 35, Navarre 27 (2017)

Box Score
Escambia…0 6 7 22 – 35
Navarre…..21 6 0 0 – 27

Win #6 was looking very promising for the Raiders (5-1, 1-0) after they jumped out to a 21-0 lead after one and 27-6 at the half. But the Gators got the offense moving in the second half and ran off 29 straight points for the come from behind victory.

Sage Chambers went 10-20 for 146 yards and a touchdown, but that was about all the Raiders offense could muster on this night as they only rushed for only 59 yards on 26 carries. Dante Wright hauled in four receptions for 96 yards and a score and Omari Green had the lone rushing touchdown.

Navarre’s defense was led by Josh Carter, who had a 46-yard interception return for a score and 20 tackles (13 solo/7 assists); Bryson Brewer added 12 (7 solo/5 assists) and Wright contributed 10 (9 solo/assist/TFL) and a 99-yard interception return. The Raiders finished the evening with nine tackles for loss and two and a half sacks. Kevin Taich was 3-4 on extra points.

Raiders who wore #36:
LB Andrew Chepult – Class of 2015
RB Isaiah Mitchell – Class of 2018

Current Raider wearing #36:
DB Marvin Sacdalan – Class of 2022

Statistics that involve #36:
36 – assisted tackles in a career – Rocky Brock (1999-2000)
36 – points scored in a game – vs. Northview (Week 10 – 2002)
36 – assisted tackles in a career – Victor Byers (2009-10)
36 – receptions in a season – Brad Leggett (2010)
36 – receptions in a season – Gatlin Casey (2013)
36 – points scored in a season – Aaron Mitchell (2015
36 – points scored in a game – vs. Washington (Week 2 – 2016)
36 – points scored in a season – Jordan Williams (2016)
36 – points scored in a season – Tyler England (2018 & 19)
36 – points scored in a season – Jaydin Antonio (2018 & 19)
36 – assisted tackles in a career – Xayvion Thomas (2018-19)
36 – total tackles (solo/assists) in a season – Grady Kelly (2020)
36 – assisted tackles in a career – Sebastian Melendez (2019-present)
36 – tackle points in a season – Sebastian Melendez (2020)

Navarre is 28-8 in their last 36 games and leads the all-time series against Escambia, 7-3. The Raiders have outscored the Gators in the series, 285-201.

Countdown to Kickoff – Navarre Raiders – 37 Days

July 21, 2021July 21, 2021 by irishbillsports

37 days to kickoff of the 2021 High School Football season for the Navarre Raiders as they will host Fort Walton Beach on 27 Aug 2021.

37 games ago – Navarre 49, Pace 35 (2017)

Box Score
Pace…..14 7 7 7 – 35
Navarre..7 28 7 7 – 49

Not only did the Raiders (5-0, 1-0) have to battle their Santa Rosa County foe on this night, they had to deal with Mother Nature as rain saturated the playing surface at Bennett C. Russell Stadium. The Patriots jumped out to a seven point lead after one; but Navarre would answer with 28 points in the second quarter to take a 35-21 lead to the half. The Raiders would maintain that lead in the second half for their fifth straight win.

Navarre couldn’t get the passing game going, so they relied heavily on the running game (boy did they ever). The Raiders had three individuals go over the century mark on the evening and averaged 13.5 yards per carry. Omari Green led the way with 139 yards on eight carries and 2 TDs; Dante Wright gained 132 yards on five carries and 2 TDs and Chris Williams added 125 yards on 13 carries and a score. Wright also had a 67-yard punt return and Sage Chambers contributed a rushing TD.

Damien Bivins led the ground attack for the Patriots with 42 carries for 195 yards and 3 TDs and Camaron Rohling hauled in five receptions for 113 yards and a score.

Joshua Carter had a career night in tackles with 16 (12 solo/4 assists) and Cade Taylor totaled 14 tackles (13 solo/assist/sack). Cameron Thomas pitched in 11 tackles (6 solo/5 assists) and Matthew Downey added 10 (9 solo/assist). Mitchell Hunt had two of the Raiders three sacks and Kevin Taich went 7-7 on extra points.

Raider who wore #37:
DB Isaac Vega – Class of 2019

Current Raider wearing #37:
DB/K Taylor Gardner – Class of 2023

Statistics that involve #37:
37 – pass attempts in a game – Dusty Jones (2011) – 2nd all-time
37 – assisted tackles in a season – Nick Gill (2013)
37 – assisted tackles in a season – Alex Todd (2013)
37 – pass attempts in a game – Matthew Webb (2014) – 2nd all-time
37 – total tackles (solo/assists) in season – Jay Klosinski (2015)
37 – receptions in a season – Michael Carter (2016)
37 – assisted tackles in a season – Josh Carter (2018)
37 – receptions in a season – Quinn Caballero (2018)
37 – total tackles (solo/assists) in a season – Sebastian Melendez (2019)

Navarre is 28-9 in their last 37 games and leads the all-time series against Pace, 12-7. The Raiders have been outscored by the Patriots in the series, 498-488.

Countdown to Kickoff – Navarre Raiders – 38 Days

July 20, 2021 by irishbillsports

38 days to kickoff of the 2021 High School Football season for the Navarre Raiders as they will host Fort Walton Beach on 27 Aug 2021.

38 games ago – Navarre 27, Pine Forest 14 (2017)

Box Score
Navarre….7 7 7 6 – 27
Pine Forest…0 7 7 0 – 14

The Raiders (4-0) won their fourth straight game to start the season. Navarre got on the board on their first play from scrimmage as Sage Chambers connected with Dante Wright on a 65-yard touchdown.

Chambers went 9-19 for 184 yards and three touchdown (all to Wright). Dante finished the night with seven receptions for 166 yards. Chris Williams added 92 yards on 20 carries.

Navarre never trailed in the game. Josh Carter led the way on defense with 8 tackles (7 solo/assist) and Cade Taylor added 7 (3 solo/4 assists/2 sacks/2 TFL). The Raiders amassed seven sacks on the evening and Kevin Taich was 3-4 on extra points.

Raiders who wore #38:
DB Chris Wells – Class of 2002
LB Rich Dalphone – Class of 2007
LB Will Bush – Class of 2010
LB Jonathan Shaw – Class of 2013
WR Jason Rangel – Class of 2015
WR Jared Elliott – Class of 2018

Statistics that involve #38:
38 – points scored in a game – vs. Straughn (Week 2 – 1999)
38 – points scored in a game – vs. Walton (Week 3 – 2001)
38 – assisted tackles in a career – J.R. Milioti (2004-05)
38 – points scored in a game – vs. Catholic (Week 3 – 2007)
38 – assisted tackles in a career – Nick Benton (2010-12)
38 – solo tackles in a season – Howie Walker (2013)
38 – assisted tackles in a season – Christian Gill (2013)
38 – solo tackles in a career – Jay Klosinski (2014-15)
38 – assisted tackles in a season – Aaron Mitchell (2016)
38 – assisted tackles in a season – Cade Taylor (2017)
38 – points scored in a game – vs. Niceville (Week 10 – 2018)
38 – points scored in a game – vs. Pace (Playoffs – 2018)
38 – assisted tackles in a career – Grady Kelly (2018-20)
38 – solo tackles in a career – Mekhi Domino (2019-20)

Navarre is 29-9 in their last 38 games and the all-time series against Pine Forest is tied at 4-4. The Raiders have been outscored in the series, 160-142.

Countdown to Kickoff – Navarre Raiders – 39 Days

July 19, 2021 by irishbillsports

39 days to kickoff of the 2021 High School Football season for the Navarre Raiders as they will host Fort Walton Beach on 27 Aug 2021.

39 games ago – Navarre 41, Choctaw 24 (2017)

Box Score
Choctaw…0 17 0 7 – 24
Navarre….7 7 14 13 – 41

The Raiders (3-0) jumped out to a 7-0 lead after one; then the Indians rallied in the second, to take 17-14 to the half. But, it was all Navarre in the second half as they outscored Choctaw 27-7 to win their third straight to open up the season.

Sage Chambers completed 10-17 for 174 yards and three touchdowns. Two of those went to Dante Wright (4 receptions, 87 yards) and the other one went to Bryson Brewer. Omari Green had another solid performance on the ground (17 carries, 151 yards, TD).

James Segrest led the defense with 10 tackles (5 solo/5 assists/2 sacks) and Cade Taylor finished with 8 (4 solo/4 assists). Nolan Garrett had a blocked punt and two of the Raiders eight sacks on the night. Kevin Taich went 5-6 on extra points.

Raider who wore #39:
DB Elijah Sylvester – Class of 2018

Current Raider wearing #39:
LB Bruce Eberhardt – Class of 2023

Statistics that involve #39:
39 – points scored in a game – vs. Port St Joe (Week 1 – 1999)
39 – assisted tackles in a season – Thomas Leggett (2014)
39 – solo tackles in a season – Dylan Main (2014)
39 – total tackles (solo/assists) in a season – Kyle Arrasmith (2014)
39 – assisted tackles in a career – Tyler Morton (2014-15)
39 – points scored in a season – Octavien Moyer (2015)
39 – assisted tackles in a career – Mitchell Hunt (2016-18)
39 – receptions in a season – Dante Wright (2017)
39 – total tackles (solo/assists) in a season – Xayvion Thomas (2019)

Navarre is 30-9 in their last 39 games and lead the series against Choctaw, 9-7. The Indians have outscored the Raiders in the series, 423-419.

Countdown to Kickoff – Navarre Raiders – 40 Days

July 19, 2021July 18, 2021 by irishbillsports

40 days to kickoff of the 2021 High School Football season for the Navarre Raiders as they will host Fort Walton Beach on 27 Aug 2021.

40 games ago – Navarre 27, Washington 12 (2017)

Box Score
Navarre….3 0 10 14 – 27
Washiington…0 6 0 6 – 12

The Raiders (2-0) only produced 269 yards of offense against the Wildcats, but it was enough to go home with the win. After trailing at the half 6-3, Navarre went on to outscore Washington in second half, 24-6.

Omari Green finished the night with 29 carries for 114 yards and two touchdowns and Sage Chambers passed for 120 yards. Dante Wright hauled in a 30-yard touchdown reception.

Raider defense held the Wildcats offense to 160 total yards (115 passing/45 rushing). Cade Taylor contributed 8 tackles (4 solo/4 assists/TFL) and Josh Carter added 7 tackles (6 solo/assist/2 sacks) and Alex Gilchrist had two sacks. Kevin Taich went 3-3 on extra points and 2-3 on field goals.

Raiders who wore #40:
DB Nick Gill – Class of 2016 – only played in the 2013 season and is currently serving in the U.S. Air Force
DB Dylon Pittman – Class of 2017
DB Joshua Erlemann – Class of 2019

Current Raider wearing #40:
LB Jaden Moon – Class of 2022

Statistics that involve #40:
40 – assisted tackles in a season – Marcus Mays (2013)
40 – extra points made in a season – Brady Hammel (2015)
40 – total tackles (solo/assists) in a season – Caleb Dale (2015)
40 – points scored in a game – vs. Escambia (Playoffs – 2016)
40 – tackle points in a season – Charlie Alevras (2016)
40 – assisted tackles in a season – Cade Taylor (2017
40 – points scored in a game – vs. Gulf Breeze (Week 9 – 2018).
40 – receptions in a season – Dante Wright (2018)
40 – tackle points in a season – Jaden Rivera (2019)

Navarre is 31-9 in their last 40 games and lead the series against Washington, 6-0. The Raiders have outscored Washington in the series, 219-58.