It’s once again time for football in the Big Bend, as week seven of the prep football season has arrived.
There is no shortage of games this week, with a handful of big-time matchups. The headliner is a showdown between rivals as Maclay faces North Florida Christian, which will be covered live by the Tallahassee Democrat. There will be photos, video and post-game analysis coming from the local showdown!
But that’s not all! Be sure to follow our Tallahassee Democrat live scoreboard to keep up with all the scores and action across the Big Bend.
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Leon Lions face off against Chiles Timberwolves at Gene Cox Stadium
Leon High School Athletic Director Riley Bell speaks with Superintendent Rocky Hanna before the Leon vs. Chiles football game at Gene Cox Stadium on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026.
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Leon Lions face off against Chiles Timberwolves at Gene Cox Stadium
Leon High School Athletic Director Riley Bell speaks with Superintendent Rocky Hanna before the Leon vs. Chiles football game at Gene Cox Stadium on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026.
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Leon Lions face off against Chiles Timberwolves at Gene Cox Stadium
The Leon High School football team makes its way onto the field at Gene Cox Stadium on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026.
(Sarah Cheatham/Tallahassee Democrat)
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Leon Lions face off against Chiles Timberwolves at Gene Cox Stadium
Defensive Lineman Deshawn Lurray, 72, takes the field with the Leon Lions at Gene Cox Stadium on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026
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Leon Lions face off against Chiles Timberwolves at Gene Cox Stadium
Quarterback Caleb Knipple, warming up on the sidelines at Gene Cox Stadium on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026
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Leon Lions face off against Chiles Timberwolves at Gene Cox Stadium
Leon Lions team member stands on the sidelines at Gene Cox Stadium on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026.
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Leon Lions face off against Chiles Timberwolves at Gene Cox Stadium
Kicker Grayson Mejia, 33, kicks off against Chiles High School at Gene Cox Stadium on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026.
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Leon Lions face off against Chiles Timberwolves at Gene Cox Stadium
Nolan Williams catches the kickoff at Gene Cox Stadium on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026.
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Leon Lions face off against Chiles Timberwolves at Gene Cox Stadium
Leon High School vs. Chiles High School football at Gene Cox Stadium on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026.
(Sarah Cheatham/Tallahassee Democrat)
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Leon Lions face off against Chiles Timberwolves at Gene Cox Stadium
Leon High School vs. Chiles High School football at Gene Cox Stadium on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026.
(Sarah Cheatham/Tallahassee Democrat)
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Leon Lions face off against Chiles Timberwolves at Gene Cox Stadium
Leon High School vs. Chiles High School football at Gene Cox Stadium on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026.
(Sarah Cheatham/Tallahassee Democrat)
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Leon Lions face off against Chiles Timberwolves at Gene Cox Stadium
Leon High School vs. Chiles High School football at Gene Cox Stadium on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026.
(Sarah Cheatham/Tallahassee Democrat)
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Leon Lions face off against Chiles Timberwolves at Gene Cox Stadium
Leon High School vs. Chiles High School football at Gene Cox Stadium on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026.
(Sarah Cheatham/Tallahassee Democrat)
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Leon Lions face off against Chiles Timberwolves at Gene Cox Stadium
Leon High School vs. Chiles High School football at Gene Cox Stadium on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026.
(Sarah Cheatham/Tallahassee Democrat)
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Leon Lions face off against Chiles Timberwolves at Gene Cox Stadium
Leon High School vs. Chiles High School football at Gene Cox Stadium on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026.
(Sarah Cheatham/Tallahassee Democrat)
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Leon Lions face off against Chiles Timberwolves at Gene Cox Stadium
Leon High School vs. Chiles High School football at Gene Cox Stadium on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026.
(Sarah Cheatham/Tallahassee Democrat)
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Leon Lions face off against Chiles Timberwolves at Gene Cox Stadium
Leon High School vs. Chiles High School football at Gene Cox Stadium on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026.
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Leon Lions face off against Chiles Timberwolves at Gene Cox Stadium
Leon High School vs. Chiles High School football at Gene Cox Stadium on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026.
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Leon Lions face off against Chiles Timberwolves at Gene Cox Stadium
Leon High School vs. Chiles High School football at Gene Cox Stadium on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026.
(Sarah Cheatham/Tallahassee Democrat)
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Leon Lions face off against Chiles Timberwolves at Gene Cox Stadium
Leon High School vs. Chiles High School football at Gene Cox Stadium on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026.
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Leon Lions face off against Chiles Timberwolves at Gene Cox Stadium
Leon High School vs. Chiles High School football at Gene Cox Stadium on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026.
(Sarah Cheatham/Tallahassee Democrat)
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Leon Lions face off against Chiles Timberwolves at Gene Cox Stadium
Leon High School vs. Chiles High School football at Gene Cox Stadium on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026.
(Sarah Cheatham/Tallahassee Democrat)
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Leon Lions face off against Chiles Timberwolves at Gene Cox Stadium
Leon High School vs. Chiles High School football at Gene Cox Stadium on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026.
(Sarah Cheatham/Tallahassee Democrat)
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Leon Lions face off against Chiles Timberwolves at Gene Cox Stadium
Leon High School vs. Chiles High School football at Gene Cox Stadium on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026.
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Leon Lions face off against Chiles Timberwolves at Gene Cox Stadium
Leon High School vs. Chiles High School football at Gene Cox Stadium on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026.
(Sarah Cheatham/Tallahassee Democrat)
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Leon Lions face off against Chiles Timberwolves at Gene Cox Stadium
Leon High School vs. Chiles High School football at Gene Cox Stadium on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026.
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Leon Lions face off against Chiles Timberwolves at Gene Cox Stadium
Leon High School vs. Chiles High School football at Gene Cox Stadium on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026.
(Sarah Cheatham/Tallahassee Democrat)
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Leon Lions face off against Chiles Timberwolves at Gene Cox Stadium
Leon High School vs. Chiles High School football at Gene Cox Stadium on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026.
(Sarah Cheatham/Tallahassee Democrat)
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Leon Lions face off against Chiles Timberwolves at Gene Cox Stadium
Leon High School vs. Chiles High School football at Gene Cox Stadium on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026.
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Leon Lions face off against Chiles Timberwolves at Gene Cox Stadium
Leon High School vs. Chiles High School football at Gene Cox Stadium on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026.
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Leon Lions face off against Chiles Timberwolves at Gene Cox Stadium
Leon High School vs. Chiles High School football at Gene Cox Stadium on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026.
(Sarah Cheatham/Tallahassee Democrat)
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Leon Lions face off against Chiles Timberwolves at Gene Cox Stadium
Leon High School vs. Chiles High School football at Gene Cox Stadium on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026.
(Sarah Cheatham/Tallahassee Democrat)
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Leon Lions face off against Chiles Timberwolves at Gene Cox Stadium
Leon High School vs. Chiles High School football at Gene Cox Stadium on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026.
(Sarah Cheatham/Tallahassee Democrat)
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Leon Lions face off against Chiles Timberwolves at Gene Cox Stadium
Leon High School vs. Chiles High School football at Gene Cox Stadium on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026.
(Sarah Cheatham/Tallahassee Democrat)
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Leon Lions face off against Chiles Timberwolves at Gene Cox Stadium
Leon High School vs. Chiles High School football at Gene Cox Stadium on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026.
(Sarah Cheatham/Tallahassee Democrat)
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Leon Lions face off against Chiles Timberwolves at Gene Cox Stadium
Leon High School vs. Chiles High School football at Gene Cox Stadium on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026.
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Leon Lions face off against Chiles Timberwolves at Gene Cox Stadium
Leon High School vs. Chiles High School football at Gene Cox Stadium on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026.
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Leon Lions face off against Chiles Timberwolves at Gene Cox Stadium
Leon High School vs. Chiles High School football at Gene Cox Stadium on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026.
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Leon Lions face off against Chiles Timberwolves at Gene Cox Stadium
Leon High School vs. Chiles High School football at Gene Cox Stadium on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026.
(Sarah Cheatham/Tallahassee Democrat)Big Bend football week 7 live scores