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As baseball season heats up in Jacksonville, the latest Times-Union Power Poll updates reveal the rankings of local high school teams. The top team boasts a solid record and an exciting schedule ahead. Challengers are rising, with standout performances from players across the board. New teams are making their presence felt, while established squads aim to bounce back from setbacks. As the season progresses, the excitement continues to build for fans in Northeast Florida.

Jacksonville High School Baseball: Power Poll Updates for March 15, 2025

Spring is in the air here in Jacksonville, and that means baseball season is well underway! The excitement of local high school baseball is heating up, especially with the release of the latest Times-Union Power Poll. Let’s dive deep into the rankings and see how our local teams are faring as of March 15, 2025!

Top-Ranked Team Reigns Supreme

Currently sitting at the top of the Power Poll is the team that had quite the week, managing to win three out of four games. They kicked things off with a solid 3-1 victory against Tallahassee Lincoln and followed that up with a close 6-4 win against Marist. However, they did stumble a bit, losing 2-1 to IMG in a tightly contested match.

Looking ahead, this powerhouse has an exciting schedule. They’re set to play against North Marion on Wednesday, followed by a match against Providence on Thursday, and a big showdown against Tampa Jesuit on Friday. With a recent performance of going 2-1 at the South Walton tournament, fans are eager to see how they’ll perform in these upcoming games!

Challengers on the Rise

Coming in strong after the top team is the previously rated #2 squad. They also had a mixed week, winning two out of four games. They celebrated a nice 5-3 victory over Middleburg, but faced setbacks, losing 3-2 to Bishop Verot and 4-2 to Arnold. Fortunately, they bounced back with a commendable 4-0 win against Clarksville.

This week, they have a busy schedule ahead, with games against North Marion on Wednesday and Trinity Christian on Thursday. Not to be overlooked, players like Luke Manderson, Landis Pickett, and Grant Sheppard have wowed fans by combining for a whopping 21 extra-base hits. That’s some serious power coming from the plate!

New Teams Stepping Up

In a twist this week, a couple of new teams have made their debut in the rankings! One of the newcomers really caught everyone’s attention by crushing Hilliard with a score of 14-1 and then following it up with an impressive 7-0 win at Alachua Santa Fe. This fresh contender has an interesting week ahead with games scheduled against Bishop Kenny on Tuesday, Columbia on Wednesday, and Bolles on Friday.

The other debut team climbed the ranks after celebrating close wins, including a nail-biting 5-4 victory over Clay and a solid 5-3 win at Bartram Trail. They aim to keep up their momentum with games against Gulliver Prep on Monday, Coral Gables on Tuesday, and Miami Springs on Wednesday. Keep your eyes peeled for Mikey Bergamo, who’s swinging the bat with an enviable .405 batting average!

Previous Rankings and Potential Playoff Dreams

Meanwhile, the team that held the #5 spot faced a bit of adversity last week, pulling off one win out of three games. They dropped a close match 5-4 at Tocoi Creek but managed to gather strength, winning 4-1 against St. Augustine and 5-1 at Fleming Island. This week, they’ll look to bounce back with games at Tampa Jesuit on Thursday and against IMG Academy on Friday. Rylan McMahan has made headlines with an impressive record of 3-0, a 1.59 ERA, and 41 strikeouts. That’s some serious pitching talent!

On a different note, a few teams are on the bubble, keeping an eye on potential playoff positions. Teams like Bolles, Creekside, and Fernandina Beach are looking to secure their standings as we inch closer to the summer months.

As we dive deeper into this thrilling baseball season, it’s clear there’s plenty of action and excitement on the horizon for Jacksonville and Northeast Florida high school baseball. So, grab your gloves and baseball caps, and let’s enjoy the ride as these young athletes put their skills to the test!

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