Spring football is officially here in the Sunshine State, and while these games won't count toward any standings, they offer the perfect early look at the 2026 high school football season. For fans and recruit watchers alike, these matchups are a golden opportunity to see some of Florida's top prospects in action against quality competition—before the pads come off for summer.
Teams tend to keep things simple schematically during spring ball, but that doesn't mean the intensity or talent level drops off. From elite quarterbacks to lock-down secondaries, here are 10 spring games and jamborees you won't want to miss across Florida.
Before we dive in, a quick note: Not every powerhouse plays a spring game—national programs like IMG Academy, St. Thomas Aquinas, and Chaminade-Madonna aren't on this list. Instead, we're prioritizing games where both sidelines are loaded with future college talent.
Honorable Mention: Boone at Lake Nona (May 14), Fort Walton Beach Jamboree (featuring Crestview, Mosley, Niceville, and Pine Forest, May 14), Tallahassee Jamboree (Lincoln, Rickards, and Wakulla, May 14), Blountstown at Pensacola Catholic (May 18), Lake Mary at Jones (May 20), Largo Jamboree (Lakewood and Sarasota Riverview, May 20), South Fort Myers at Bishop Verot (May 21)
West Orange vs. Rockledge
A potent West Orange offense, led by rising junior quarterback Andrew Chung, squares off against a Rockledge squad boasting one of the area's most talented secondaries. West Orange was a regional finalist in 2025, and Chung returns as a proven playmaker. Rockledge counters with rising senior defensive backs Demond Scott Jr. and Elijah Floyd, making this a must-watch battle of strength vs. strength.
Choctaw vs. Florida High
Choctaw brings momentum from a 2025 state semifinal appearance, while Florida High was a Class 2A regional semifinalist. Choctaw returns rising senior cornerback Amir Reese and a trio of rising senior running backs who each scored at least five touchdowns last season. Florida High counters with one of the top rising junior recruits in the state—cornerback Izayah Vickers—alongside rising senior linebacker Jason Harville. Expect physical, fast-paced football between two programs on the rise.
Bishop Moore vs. (Opponent TBD)
Coming off a 2025 regional championship, Bishop Moore returns a roster packed with Division I talent. Keep an eye on rising senior wide receiver Magnus Talma (Boston College commit), rising senior linebacker Giacomo SanFlippo (Kansas State commit), and rising senior edge rusher Noa (last name TBD). This is a team that could make noise in 2026, and spring ball is the first chance to see them gel.
Whether you're scouting future stars or just itching for football season to return, these spring games and jamborees deliver all the energy and excitement of Friday night lights—with a sneak peek at what's to come.