Football previews launched for 2026 FHSAA SW Florida Independent teams
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 2:52 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026

The 2026 FHSAA Independent football teams include Bonita Springs, Canterbury, ECS, Gateway, Ida Baker, Marco Island, Oasis, Palmetto Ridge, and SFCA. Each team is preparing for the upcoming season with new coaching staff. Notable changes include Bonita Springs hiring Tony Mottola and Canterbury bringing in Tommy Bohanon. Both teams aim to improve on last season’s records and are emphasizing new strategies. Teams are expected to compete effectively under the FHSAA's Independent schedule, offering them playoff opportunities.
- •Bonita Springs finished last season 2-8 and is under new coach Tony Mottola.
- •Canterbury aims for a playoff spot after a 6-6 finish and has hired coach Tommy Bohanon.
- •ECS hopes to extend its playoff streak, returning key players despite last season's 3-8 record.
- •Gateway enters its sixth season with coach Chris Strykowski, looking to improve from a 2-8 record.
- 2:52 PMYahoo Sports — Football previews for 2026 FHSAA SW Florida Independent teams
"The 2026 FHSAA Independent football teams are Bonita Springs, Canterbury, ECS, Gateway, Ida Baker, Marco Island, Oasis, Palmetto Ridge and SFCA.
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