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East Ridge Knights Claim FHS 7v7A St. Cloud Passing League Title
Quarterback Karon Palmer Jr. leads his team to victory over Ocala Vanguard in the championship game.
Mar. 29, 2026 at 7:03pm
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The FHS 7v7A Association passing league tournament in Bushnell, Florida saw a new champion crowned on Saturday as the East Ridge Knights defeated Ocala Vanguard to claim the tournament title. Led by standout junior quarterback Karon Palmer Jr., the Knights' offense was firing on all cylinders throughout the day, including an impressive victory over last season's No. 15 ranked team in the state.
Why it matters
The FHS 7v7A passing league tournament serves as a key off-season event for high school football teams in Florida, providing an opportunity for players to showcase their skills and for teams to gain valuable experience ahead of the upcoming fall season. With the absence of previous tournament winners Lake Nona and Lake Howell, the door was open for a new champion to emerge, making East Ridge's victory all the more significant.
The details
East Ridge's championship run was fueled by the stellar play of quarterback Karon Palmer Jr., a 6-foot-1, 185-pound junior who demonstrated exceptional poise and accuracy throughout the tournament. The Knights' offense was particularly impressive in their semifinal victory over Vanguard, last season's No. 15 ranked team in the state according to the Florida 2025 High School Football Massey Rankings.
- The FHS 7v7A Association passing league tournament took place on Saturday, March 28, 2026.
- The state championships for the FHS 7v7A league are scheduled for April 25, 2026 at The Villages.
The players
Karon Palmer Jr.
A 6-foot-1, 185-pound junior quarterback for the East Ridge Knights who led his team to the tournament championship with his exceptional poise and accuracy.
East Ridge Knights
The high school football team from East Ridge, Florida that won the FHS 7v7A passing league tournament on March 28, 2026.
Ocala Vanguard
The high school football team from Ocala, Florida that finished as the runner-up in the FHS 7v7A passing league tournament, after being ranked No. 15 in the state last season according to the Florida 2025 High School Football Massey Rankings.
What they’re saying
“Karon Palmer Jr. showed great poise in every throw, throwing accurately seemingly on every throw. The junior will be a signal caller to watch this upcoming fall.”
— Andy Villamarzo, Reporter
What’s next
The FHS 7v7A state championships are scheduled for April 25, 2026 at The Villages, where the East Ridge Knights will look to continue their strong play and potentially capture the state title.
The takeaway
The FHS 7v7A passing league tournament provided an opportunity for new teams to emerge and challenge the established powers, with the East Ridge Knights seizing the moment and showcasing the talent of their junior quarterback Karon Palmer Jr. This victory could be a springboard for the Knights as they set their sights on the upcoming fall season and the state championships.
