Fernandina Beach extended their losing streak to four on Friday, dropping them down to 5-4. They were a single point away from ending the streak, but they lost a 35-34 heartbreaker at the hands of the Clay Blue Devils. The Pirates lost against the Blue Devils in their previous head to head back in October of 2024, too, but the margin this time around was much closer than the 45-14 score last time.
Ian Miller
| 10/17/25 @ Clay | 3 |
| 09/05/25 vs Duval Charter | 3 |
| 08/29/25 @ Wolfson | 3 |
| 08/22/25 vs Hilliard | 3 |
| 08/15/25 @ Mount Dora Christian Academy | 3 |
| + 3 more games |
Fernandina Beach's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Ian Miller, who threw for 260 yards and three TDs. Miller is becoming a predictor of the Pirates' success: when he posts at least three passing touchdowns the team is 4-1 (and 1-3 when he doesn't). Aydin Poe also helped out with an impressive 123 receiving yards.
As for Clay, their record is now 2-6. Their offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Landon Martin was his usual excellent self, rushing for 269 yards and three scores while picking up 7.9 yards per carry, and also throwing for 200 yards and a pair of touchdowns on only 19 passes. With that strong performance, he is now averaging an impressive 103.5 rushing yards per game. Daylen Brown was Martin's top target, picking up 77 receiving yards and a pair of TDs.
Looking ahead, Fernandina Beach will square off against Impact Christian Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Clay, they will face off against Columbia at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. The Tigers' defense has only allowed 10.1 points per game this season, so the Blue Devils' offense will have their work cut out for them.
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