Brevard County's high school football season opened Aug. 13 with the first games of the SSAA regular season and FHSAA Kickoff Classics. Merritt Island Christian defeated Orlando Christian Prep 28-14, and Satellite beat Space Coast 35-21 in the first matchups. The following day, Bayside, Calvary Chapel, and Cocoa Beach joined nine other teams in SSAA play, marking the start of a packed Week 0 schedule. Florida Today will track scores and updates through the evening as games conclude.
The FHSAA Kickoff Classics, held across the county, feature teams from different classifications competing in non-conference games. These matchups are designed to give lower-tier teams exposure against higher-ranked opponents. On Aug. 14, games at Bayside High and Cocoa Beach High drew crowds, with officials noting increased attendance compared to previous years. The SSAA, which includes 17 Brevard County schools, begins its regular season this week, with league standings to be updated daily on the Florida Today website.
Florida Today will provide ongoing coverage of Week 0 games, including live scores, player highlights, and postgame interviews. The site will also publish full box scores by late evening. Readers can follow updates through the Florida Today app or website. For those unable to attend games, the NFHS Network offers a way to stream matches live or rewatch them later. A USA TODAY Network promotion provides a 15% discount on annual subscriptions through Sept. 7 using the promo code USAT15.
The NFHS Network subscription includes access to all Brevard County high school football games this season, including Week 0 matchups. Subscribers can stream games live or on demand, with recordings available until Aug. 31, 2027. The promotion is exclusive to USA TODAY Network readers and requires registration by Sept. 7. Details on how to subscribe are available on the NFHS Network website. Fans are encouraged to use the promo code before the deadline to secure the discount.