Jayden Lockhart shines in Vero Beach's preseason win over Cardinal Newman
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Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Jayden Lockhart scored two touchdowns as Vero Beach High defeated Cardinal Newman 28-7 in the FHSAA Preseason Classic on August 14 at the Citrus Bowl. Lockhart, a recent transfer, made an instant impact by scoring on Vero Beach's first two drives. Cardinal Newman managed only one touchdown, a pass from Pedro Martinez to Logan Stepp, while suffering a tough defeat. Vero Beach quarterback Wonderful Monds IV threw for 213 yards, and the team's defense held Cardinal Newman to 169 total yards. Both teams will begin their regular seasons soon, with Vero Beach facing Jensen Beach High on August 21.
- •Lockhart scored on drives of 80 and 18 yards for Vero Beach.
- •Martinez completed 13 of 23 passes for 158 yards for Cardinal Newman.
- •Vero Beach's defense allowed just 169 total yards.
- •Cardinal Newman lost offensive lineman Colt Hauser to injury early in the game.
- •Vero Beach opens the regular season against Jensen Beach High on August 21.
- 3:35 AMYahoo Sports — Jayden Lockhart sparks Vero Beach vs. Cardinal Newman in preseason
"Transfer Jayden Lockhart scored two touchdowns to help Vero Beach High defeat Cardinal Newman in the preseason.
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