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Teams prepare for inaugural FHSAA Open Division tournament in Florida

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 10:00 AM

Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Teams prepare for inaugural FHSAA Open Division tournament in Florida

Summary

The FHSAA Open Division is set to begin with top eight teams from MaxPreps rankings in Florida high school football. Analysis from the USA TODAY Florida Network reveals that many of the elite teams share characteristics, such as being from South Florida or being traditional football powerhouses. Historical data shows prominent teams include Chaminade-Madonna, St. Thomas Aquinas, and Miami Central. Additionally, successful teams often face tough non-district opponents and tend to score over 500 points in a season. The final rankings will be determined after this season's conclusion, shaping the Open Division's competitive field.

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By the Numbers

•Open Division features top-ranked teams based on MaxPreps standings.
•South Florida teams dominate the rankings with multiple top finishes.
•Successful teams typically face challenging non-district opponents.
•Top teams generally score over 500 points in a season.
•Final postseason rankings will determine Open Division participants.

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What they're saying

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With the Open Division starting, the USA TODAY Florida Network looked at what the eight top-ranked teams over the past five years had in common.
— Yahoo Sports

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