Hurricanes
| 03/07/25 vs Southeast | 14-0 |
| 03/06/25 vs Palmetto | 19-0 |
| 03/04/25 @ Bayshore | 20-0 |
| 02/26/25 @ Lakewood Ranch | 24-18 |
While Manatee didn't have the best season last year (they finished 2-8), it's starting to look like those struggles are a thing of the past. Their defense stepped up to hand the Southeast Seminoles a 14-0 shutout on Friday. The Hurricanes' defense has been rock solid lately; the team hasn't given up a point in their last three matches.
Manatee's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Arionna Carter, who threw for 168 yards and one touchdown while completing 81.8% of her passes. Manatee also got help from Ariyana Kirksey, who showed off her sure hands for 84 receiving yards.
Manatee pushed their record up to 5-1 with the win, which was their fourth straight at home dating back to last season. Those victories came thanks in part to their defensive effort, having only surrendered 3.0 points on average over those games. As for Southeast, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-3 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Manatee will venture away from home to face off against Braden River at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Braden River's defense has only allowed 13.7 points per game this season, so Manatee's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Southeast, they will head out on the road to challenge Lakewood Ranch at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. Lakewood Ranch will roll in looking for their fifth straight victory, something Southeast surely won't give up without a fight.
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