Orlando Jones secured their home advantage with an 18-7 victory over Naples on Friday evening. Check out this link for a more detailed analysis and a photo gallery from the matchup. Class 4A Semifinal:Orlando proves to be no joy for Naples as Golden Eagles fall to Jones in the 4A state semifinal Previously…. Naples (11-2) […]
Orlando Jones secured their home advantage with an 18-7 victory over Naples on Friday evening. Check out this link for a more detailed analysis and a photo gallery from the matchup.
Class 4A Semifinal:Orlando proves to be no joy for Naples as Golden Eagles fall to Jones in the 4A state semifinal
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Naples (11-2) visits Orlando to challenge Jones (13-0) in a Class 4A state semifinal this evening, aiming to replicate the achievements of the 2001, ’03, and ’07 Golden Eagles teams that reached the state championship game. The victor will face American Heritage or St. Augustine for the 4A title on December 13 in Miami at Pitbull Stadium.
The No. 3 seeded Golden Eagles have only allowed 10 points through three playoff games, following consecutive shutouts against River Ridge and St. Petersburg, and a 17-10 victory over Port Charlotte in the regional final. This marks Naples’ 12th regional title in their 75-year history.
The Tigers approach the game as the No. 2 seed in Class 4A. Jones has claimed the regional championship for four consecutive years and five out of the last six, yet they seek their second appearance in the state championship after falling in 2019.
Stay updated live tonight as Naples Daily News reporter Alex Martin covers the action at Jones High School.
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Naples vs. Orlando Jones football score updates
Victory formationAnd that’s all folks. Jones advances to the Class 4A state championship game, securing an 18-7 victory against Naples. Return later for reports and a photo collection from this thrilling match. Jones first downTigers gain a new set of downs, with the clock under 2 minutes remaining. Eagles punt it awayNaples, pushed back deep into their territory, punts on fourth-and-13, allowing Jones to start their possession from the Naples 48 with 3:25 on the clock. Naples needs a major defensive effort. Naples regains possessionWith 5:26 left, Naples held strong and forced a punt that rolled out of the end zone. They will start from their own 20, trailing 18-7. Eagles drive stallsA 16-yard punt was less than ideal for Naples. Jones is in position to close this out now. 8:38 remaining. Start of the 4th QNaples begins the final quarter with a new set of downs at their own 42 yard line, trailing 18-7. Jones increases lead in 3Q Jones keeps it up and regains possessionJones will start at their own 48 following a solid return from Vernell Brown III. This feels crucial for Naples’ defense. 3:39 to go in the third quarter. Jones pulls aheadA 5-yard touchdown run by Larry Miles at 8:04 makes the score 12-7. The two-point conversion failed, keeping it at 12-7. Start of the second halfNaples goes three-and-out to kick off the second half. Naples-Jones Halftime StatsNaples ran 31 plays compared to Jones’ 15 in the first half. Naples: 31 plays, 125 yards, 4.03 yards/play. Jones: 15 plays, 124 yards, 8.26 yards/play. Naples achieved 3-6 on third down and 2-3 on fourth down to keep the clock running. Naples leads at halftimeThe Golden Eagles will receive the second-half kickoff, leading 7-6. Jones settles for FGThe 34-yard field goal attempt misses, preserving Naples’ 7-6 lead with 1:55 left in the first half. Jones in the Red ZoneJones is in the Naples red zone after a key conversion by Smith with 2:22 left in the second quarter. Shawn Simeon makes SWFL historyThe senior running back from Naples, also a Toledo signee, has made history as the first SWFL running back to record multiple 2,000-yard seasons. Naples leads 7-6 after the 1st QNaples faces a 3rd and 9 at their own 42-yard line. Jones has adjusted their defensive lineup and is applying pressure on the outside. Simeon gained 1 yard on his last two carries. Naples takes the lead in the 1st quarterShawn Simeon ties the game. They executed 16 plays over 69 yards, consuming 9:38. Naples converted on 3-of-4 on third down during that drive. Orlando Jones quickly jumps to a 6-0 advantageNaples players take the field for the tossJones won the coin toss and will kick off to begin the game. Naples has arrived for the Class 4A state semifinal
How to Watch Naples at Orlando Jones football
The Naples versus Orlando Jones Class 4A state semifinal will be broadcasted on the NFHS Network. Click the link to access the game: Naples at Orlando Jones.
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