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Friday Night Lights: An essential guide to 2023 Pensacola-area high school football season

High school football is back in the Pensacola area.

As the action on the field heats up, there will be plenty of storylines to follow as the 2023 campaign rolls from week-to-week.

With that said, the PNJ has created a landing page for our premium coverage, so bookmark this page to stay up to date on the latest local development.

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Week 1 games

Colby Hoffman (14) grabs ahold of Dorrion White (21) during the West Florida vs Escambia football game at Escambia High School in Pensacola on Thursday, Aug. 24, 2023.
Colby Hoffman (14) grabs ahold of Dorrion White (21) during the West Florida vs Escambia football game at Escambia High School in Pensacola on Thursday, Aug. 24, 2023.

OT Thriller: Nigel Nelson throws game-winning pass in Pensacola Catholic's OT victory against Navarre

All Gas, No Breaks: Eagles offense sparkles as head coach Tony Carter collects first career win

Week 1 Roundup: Booker T. Washington blanks Pensacola, claims third-straight Mayor's Bowl

Week 1 preview

High School Football: Previews and what to watch for in Week 1 Pensacola-area games

Kickoff Classics games

Kickoff Classic: Marquez Jones scores four times in West Florida's preseason win at Navarre

Kickoff Classic: Milton's run game proves to be vital in preseason victory over Pensacola

Kickoff Classic: Tate shows new 'brand' of football in Kickoff Classic against Washington

Preseason Football roundup: Pace takes down Catholic in lower-scoring, defensive battle

Super Seniors

PNJ Super Seniors: Introducing the 2023 football class

Preseason coverage

Change of Scenery: Here are the top-seven Pensacola-area transfers entering 2023 high school football season

PNJ's Top Prospects: Who are the top Pensacola area prospects heading into the 2023 season?

PNJ Most Underrated: Overlooked Pensacola-area football players set to shine in 2023

First City Bowl: Washington and Tate to play in first regular season high school football game at Blue Wahoos Stadium

Team season previews

Booker T. Washington: Coaches have challenged their team to 'sink or swim.' Can the Wildcats stay above water?

Escambia: Veteran defense and promising offense have the Gators geared for another winning season in 2023

Gulf Breeze: Dolphins have new coach, scheme, culture and 'a totally different team'

Jay: Royals focused on finishing games in Watson's second year at the helm

Milton: Panthers enters 2023 with a quarterback battle, new training programs and a more experienced defense

Navarre: Raiders aim to "take the next step" following best season in four years

Northview: Following a state runner-up finish, what will the Chiefs do for an encore?

Pace: After a season of close losses, Patriots seek "vengeance"

Pensacola: Can a large junior class bring success to the Tigers?

Pensacola Catholic: With 'a lot of talent on this roster,' can the Crusaders meet their expectations?

Pine Forest: Can the Eagles maintain their recent success under new head coach Tony Carter?

Tate: Building bonds, Aggies expect better results in second year under Summerford

West Florida: Following years featuring playoff success, the Jaguars tackle 2023 with untested players

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