Santa Fe football falls to Dunnellon in district championship match

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Last updated Oct 16, 2026

Santa Fe football falls to Dunnellon in district championship match
Summary

Santa Fe football was defeated by Dunnellon in the FHSAA Class 3A-District 5 Championship on Friday. Despite outplaying Dunnellon at times, the Raiders struggled with penalties and offense, which ultimately cost them the game. Santa Fe took a brief 17-10 lead late in the third quarter, but Dunnellon reclaimed the lead and maintained control. The loss complicates Santa Fe's playoff chances as they now prepare for upcoming games against Belleview and Weeki Wachee.

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  • •Santa Fe lost 22-17 to Dunnellon in the championship.
  • •The Raiders scored two unanswered touchdowns to lead 17-10.
  • •Penalties significantly hindered Santa Fe's performance.
  • •Santa Fe's record is now 6-2 with critical games remaining.
  • •Dunnellon will face Niceville on October 23.
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Santa Fe football looked like the better team vs. Dunnellon, but penalties and lethargic play undid the Raiders as the Tigers scored an upset to win the district title.

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