Venice High School Unveils 2026 Football Schedule

Defending state champions look to reload for another title run in Class 6A

Mar. 30, 2026 at 3:34pm

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A cubist-style painting depicting a high school football game, with players and the field broken down into overlapping geometric shapes and planes of bright, bold colors.Venice High School's 2026 football schedule promises an exciting season filled with high-intensity matchups and the potential for another championship run.North Port Today

The Venice High School football team, a four-time state champion in Florida, has released its 2026 schedule as the Indians look to bounce back from a semifinal playoff loss in 2025. The team will feature several key returning players, including Rivals Sophomore All-American wide receiver Tyree Mannings and junior running back Dorien Jones, as well as a transfer quarterback in Noah Patton from IMG Academy.

Why it matters

Venice High School is one of the premier football programs in Florida, consistently producing college prospects and competing for state titles. The release of their 2026 schedule generates excitement among fans and provides an early look at the top teams and matchups to watch in the upcoming season.

The details

The Venice Indians will compete in Class 6A in 2026 after playing in Class 7A last season. The team's schedule features several tough opponents, including a season-opening Kickoff Classic against Gulf Coast and road games against Lakeland and Sarasota Riverview. The Indians will also host matchups against Lehigh Senior, Cape Coral, and Sarasota.

  • The 2026 Venice High School football schedule was released on March 30, 2026.
  • The Indians' season will kick off on August 14, 2026 with a Kickoff Classic against Gulf Coast.

The players

Tyree Mannings

A Rivals Sophomore All-American wide receiver who caught 84 passes for 1,429 yards and 12 touchdowns in 2025.

Dorien Jones

A junior running back who rushed for 1,040 yards and 15 touchdowns last season.

Noah Patton

A Class of 2028 quarterback who transferred to Venice High School from IMG Academy, where he served as the backup in 2025.

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What they’re saying

“We're excited to get back on the field and compete for another state championship. Our team is loaded with talent and we can't wait to see what we can accomplish this season.”

— Tyree Mannings, Wide Receiver

What’s next

The Indians will begin their 2026 campaign with the Kickoff Classic against Gulf Coast on August 14, 2026. All official game times for the season will be announced at a later date.

The takeaway

Venice High School's football program remains one of the top programs in Florida, consistently producing college-level talent and competing for state titles. The release of their 2026 schedule has fans eager to see if the Indians can bounce back from last year's semifinal playoff loss and capture another championship.