Local high school football playoff races heat up as the final stretch of the 2025 season begins
The playoff picture is heating up! From Choctaw’s dominant run to Milton’s shocking comeback season, every district in the Mid Bay News coverage area has something on the line heading into Week 8.
Mid Bay News presents mid-season awards for the 2025 football season
From breakout rookies to dominant defenses, Week 6 of Northwest Florida high school football is packed with stories worth celebrating.
Week 6 Recap: Niceville flexes muscle, SoWal beats Walton
Week 6 football action marked the beginning of district play for many local teams.
Okaloosa Superintendent Marcus Chambers Elected President of FHSAA Board
Superintendent Marcus Chambers was elected president of the Florida High School Athletic Association Board of Directors during the group’s September 23 meeting in Gainesville.
Week 4: Is Choctaw The Best Team on the Panhandle?
Week four of Panhandle high school football exploded with stunning upsets, defensive masterclasses, and a wild 131-point shootout, reshaping the season’s landscape.
Niceville overcomes rocky first quarter, downs Pine Forest 35-14
Niceville overcame early turnovers with a dominant offensive showing led by Deagan McCoy and Robert Oliver to defeat Pine Forest 35-14 in Pensacola.
Tickets Available Thursday for Emerald Coast Classic
Tickets go on sale Thursday for the 2025 Emerald Coast Classic women’s basketball tournament at Raider Arena, featuring eight college teams.
PHOTOS: Choctaw Continues Win Streak Against Crestview
Choctawhatchee’s run-heavy offense and stingy defense overwhelmed Crestview in a 28-0 shutout, capitalizing on turnovers and prime field position to dominate the Bulldogs.
Milton’s defensive stand in overtime gives them first win since 2023
Milton’s defensive stand in overtime gives them first win since 2023 Staff Reports August 25, 2025 1:04 pm Uncategorized In Brief: 🏈 Milton’s Breakthrough — The Panthers won their first game since 2023, edging Crestview 20-19 in overtime. 🚨 Clutch Moments — QB Kaiden Hall led a late 89-yard drive, while LB Aiden Spratt scored […]
Niceville Falls to Lincoln In Playoff Rematch
The Niceville Eagles battled hard but fell 36-29 to the Lincoln Trojans in a penalty-filled road matchup decided in the final minutes.
