Football Recap: Darryon Jones Leads a Balanced Attack to Beat Clearwater Central Catholic + How To Watch

Venice won the last time they faced Clearwater Central Catholic and things went their way on Friday too. The Indians enjoyed a cozy 35-21 victory over the Marauders. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Indians.

Venice got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Darryon Jones out in front who rushed for 118 yards on only 15 carries, and also threw for 139 yards and two TDs. The Indians' leading receiver Tyree Mannings was Jones' top target yet again, picking up 76 receiving yards and one score, while also rushing for 67 yards on only seven carries.

Indians

Rushing Yards

10/17/25 vs Clearwater Central Catholic	333
10/10/25 vs Riverview Sarasota	226
09/26/25 vs Lehigh	268
09/19/25 vs The First Academy	132
09/12/25 vs Port Charlotte	289
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They were just one part of a punishing run game: Venice was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 333 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've posted since back in September of 2024.

Venice's defense stepped up as well, laying out the QB three times. The team can thank three different players for their defensive prowess: Asharri 'BAM' Charles, Kane Judson, and Brock Hupp, who each picked up one sack apiece. Another thorn in Clearwater Central Catholic's side was Charles, who picked up a sack and made 11 total tackles (2.0 for loss).

When it comes to explaining why Clearwater Central Catholic lost, don't look at Corey Simms. Despite the final result, he rushed for 113 yards and a pair of touchdowns. Another player making a difference was Khayse Barrett, who rushed for 30 yards and one TD.

Venice's record is now 5-3. As for Clearwater Central Catholic, their loss dropped their record down to 7-2.

Venice and Clearwater Central Catholic should be looking forward to their upcoming games as both have a sizable advantage in the MaxPreps Florida Rankings. The Indians will take on Sarasota at 7:30 p.m. on Friday with a big rank advantage (18 vs. 264). Meanwhile, Clearwater Central Catholic (ranked 30th) will meet Boca Ciega (ranked 260th) at 7:30 p.m. on the 31st.