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Apopka finished the 2026 football season with consecutive victories but missed the FHSAA playoffs, leaving head coach Neeson questioning the state’s new ranking system. The Blue Darters now turn their attention to getting stronger, developing returning players, and helping college prospects take their next steps.
Blue Darters coach looks ahead to 2027 after missing playoffs
Apopka finished the 2026 football season with consecutive victories but missed the FHSAA playoffs, leaving head coach Neeson questioning the state’s new ranking system. The Blue Darters now turn their attention to getting stronger, developing returning players, and helping college prospects take their next steps. more
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Apopka scored early and often Friday night, building a 35-0 halftime lead over Wekiva and preserving the shutout to claim the Mayor’s Cup. Mayor Nick Nesta capped the celebration by presenting his alma mater with his first rivalry trophy.
Strong finish, no playoff ticket: Apopka’s season ends at 5-5
Apopka closed the regular season with consecutive victories, but its 5-5 finish wasn’t enough to earn a playoff berth. The Blue Darters’ season highlights how computer rankings weigh more than wins and losses when determining postseason opportunities. more
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Apopka delivered a strong regular-season finale against Timber Creek, combining big offensive plays with timely turnovers for a convincing win. The Blue Darters finished 5-5, offering an encouraging glimpse of what the program can build on.
Blue Darters finish regular season strong with victory over Timber Creek
Apopka delivered a strong regular-season finale against Timber Creek, combining big offensive plays with timely turnovers for a convincing win. The Blue Darters finished 5-5, offering an encouraging glimpse of what the program can build on. more
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Apopka scored early and often Friday night, building a 35-0 halftime lead over Wekiva and preserving the shutout to claim the Mayor’s Cup. Mayor Nick Nesta capped the celebration by presenting his alma mater with his first rivalry trophy.
Apopka blanks Wekiva 35-0 to claim Mayor’s Cup
Apopka scored early and often Friday night, building a 35-0 halftime lead over Wekiva and preserving the shutout to claim the Mayor’s Cup. Mayor Nick Nesta capped the celebration by presenting his first rivalry trophy to his alma mater. more
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Apopka and Wekiva will close their football seasons with the Mayor’s Cup, putting a rivalry trophy and hometown bragging rights on the line. Festivities at Wekiva begin at 6 pm, with kickoff scheduled for 7 pm.
One trophy, two schools: Apopka, Wekiva meet for Mayor’s Cup
Apopka and Wekiva will close their football seasons with the Mayor’s Cup, putting a rivalry trophy and hometown bragging rights on the line. Festivities at Wekiva begin at 6 pm, with kickoff scheduled for 7 pm. more
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Apopka’s playoff hopes ended Friday night with a 45-13 loss to Lake Mary as turnovers and defensive breakdowns put the Blue Darters in an early hole. Two touchdown connections between Kai Goodling and Nyzier Collington provided a bright spot as Apopka looks toward its season finale against Wekiva.
Lake Mary defeats Apopka 45-13, ending Blue Darters’ playoff hopes
Apopka’s playoff hopes ended Friday night with a 45-13 loss to Lake Mary as turnovers and defensive breakdowns put the Blue Darters in an early hole. Two touchdown connections between Kai Goodling and Nyzier Collington provided a bright spot as Apopka looks toward its season finale against Wekiva. more
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Lightning pauses Apopka’s Senior Night as Blue Darters look toward the future
Lightning interrupted Apopka’s Senior Night matchup against Timber Creek with the Blue Darters leading 12-7 and 10:42 remaining in the second quarter. The occasion also highlighted the contributions of Apopka’s graduating seniors and younger players poised to take on bigger roles next season. more
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A rivalry separated by just eight miles returned Friday night as Apopka scored a touchdown and converted a two-point attempt in the final minute to defeat Lake Brantley 21-15 in front of a homecoming crowd.
Apopka rallies late to beat Lake Brantley 21-15 on homecoming night
Apopka erased a fourth-quarter deficit with a touchdown in the final minute to defeat Lake Brantley 21-15 on homecoming night. Kai Goodling connected with Ceon Cotton for the decisive score and a two-point conversion as the neighboring programs renewed their rivalry. more
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Apopka and Seminole once played games that helped shape the state championship races. Friday’s 43-18 Seminole victory showed how much the matchup has changed.
Apopka-Seminole rivalry loses its edge as Blue Darters fall 43-18
Apopka and Seminole once played games that helped shape the state championship races. Friday’s 43-18 Seminole victory showed how much the matchup has changed. more
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Apopka scored four touchdowns across the second and third quarters to defeat Horizon 28-7 Friday night. Freshman quarterback Kai Goodling ran for one touchdown and threw for two more as the Blue Darters combined an explosive offense with multiple defensive takeaways.
Apopka pulls away from Horizon for 28-7 victory
Apopka scored four touchdowns across the second and third quarters to defeat Horizon 28-7 Friday night. Freshman quarterback Kai Goodling ran for one touchdown and threw for two more as the Blue Darters combined an explosive offense with multiple defensive takeaways. more
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107 Apopka/Wekiva Seniors named OCPS “Super Scholars” in Class of 2026
A total of 107 seniors from Wekiva High School and Apopka High School have been named “Super Scholars” by Orange County Public Schools. The recognition places them among more than 1,200 top-performing students across the district, earning admission to the nation’s most selective colleges and service academies. more
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Benjamin Ellis of Apopka High School is a finalist in the OCPS Top Talent LIVE competition.
Top Talent LIVE 2026 set to showcase 47 OCPS student finalists at Dr. Phillips Center
Top Talent LIVE 2026 will bring 47 student finalists from across Orange County Public Schools to the stage on April 25 at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts. The annual event highlights student performers while raising funds for arts programs and scholarships for students facing financial hardship. more
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Apopka High students walk out to protest ICE
Apopka High School students walked out of class on Friday to protest U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and show support for immigrant families. The demonstration occurred off campus and did not disrupt school operations, even as a similar walkout at West Orange High was canceled after administrators warned of possible expulsion. more
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Apopka High students plan a walkout to protest ICE and support families affected by immigration enforcement
Students at Apopka High School will stage a peaceful walkout on Friday to protest U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and show solidarity with families they say have been separated by detentions and deportations. The event is entirely student-led, with the Florida Farmworkers Association sharing the announcement and offering media support. more
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Addition Financial opens student-run credit union branch at Apopka High School
Addition Financial Credit Union has opened a new student-run branch at Apopka High School, giving students real-world experience managing financial transactions. The branch is the credit union’s 12th high school location in Central Florida and was created in partnership with Orange County Public Schools. more
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The Apopka High School Marching Band prepares to perform in London's New Year's Day Parade.
Apopka and Wekiva High bands represent the city on world stages in London and New Orleans
The Apopka High School Blue Darter Marching Band and the Wekiva High School Marching Mustangs spent the holidays representing Apopka on two of the world’s most prestigious parade stages. From London’s New Year’s Day Parade to the Sugar Bowl Parade in New Orleans, Apopka students showcased their talent, discipline, and hometown pride. more
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Addition Financial Credit Union opens student-run branch at Apopka High School
Addition Financial and Orange County Public Schools celebrated the grand opening of a student-run credit union branch at Apopka High School, the 12th of its kind in Central Florida. The program trains students to operate the branch, providing real-world financial and professional experience. more
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OCPS celebrates AP achievement record-breaking year
Orange County Public Schools marked a historic milestone in 2025, with 5,640 students earning AP Scholar Awards—799 more than last year, the largest annual increase on record. The district also saw dramatic gains in AP Capstone honors, with 352 students earning diplomas or certificates, underscoring OCPS’ commitment to academic excellence and college readiness. more
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Orange County Public Schools receives $3,500 grant from beverage industry to improve recycling in high schools
The funds will go towards the installation of “bottles only” recycling bins at several high school cafeterias across OCPS, scaling to all 22 high schools to reach 61,000 students. more
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AFD vs. APD: The showdown of Apopka's first responders
The Dreams of Joy Foundation is a non-profit organization that grants wishes to adults battling terminal illness. It began granting wishes in August 2017 and has funded the dreams of 47 people. more
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Apopka High School Girls' Soccer Team #1 in statewide GPA
The girls earned an overall 3.8 GPA as a team. Midfielder Emma Camacho's solid play did not deter her from her studies. She not only led her team but is also Apopka High School’s Valedictorian. She will attend Cornell University this fall. Her weighted GPA was 5.688. more
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Apopka's Sam Alexis and the Florida Gators defeated the Houston Cougars for the 2025 NCAA National Championship.
Super Bowl Crown and NCAA Championship: Is Apopka the new Title Town?
First, Jalen Carter (of  Blue Darter football fame) and the Philadelphia Eagles won Super Bowl LIX. Then, on Monday night, Sam Alexis (an Apopka High basketball standout) and the Florida Gators won the 2025 NCAA National Championship. more
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Main Street Apopka "Paints the City Green" for Jalen Carter's Homecoming Super Bowl Celebration 
In honor of Super Bowl champion Jalen Carter, Apopka is throwing a Celebration Block Party on Saturday, March 8th, from 5 PM to 8 PM on East 5th Street (between Park Avenue and Central Avenue. more
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Apopka's Jalen Carter a Super Bowl champion
Apopka's Jalen Carter became the third Blue Darter to win a Super Bowl as his Philadelphia Eagles beat the Kansas City Chiefs 40-22. more
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Apopka's Jalen Carter will play in the 2025 Super Bowl for the Philadelphia Eagles against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Apopka's Jalen Carter set to play in Super Bowl
Apopka's own Jalen Carter continues to prove why he is one of the brightest young stars in professional football. The former Blue Darter has helped the Philadelphia Eagles reach the Super Bowl in just his second NFL season. more
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