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Parade Caps Raines’ Perfect ‘Revenge Tour’ Season and 3A State Title in Jacksonville

Civic honors, Jaguars gifts, alumni praise framed the title as a source of Northside pride.

Overview

  • Thousands lined Moncrief Road on Saturday as a parade from Lonnie Miller Park to Raines High celebrated the Vikings’ championship.
  • Bands, cheer squads and public officials from across Duval joined the procession, reflecting broad community support for the program.
  • Raines completed a 14-0 season with a 23-22 win over Miami Northwestern, outscoring opponents 680-91 with five shutouts.
  • Mayor Donna Deegan earlier presented a key to the city and declared Dec. 18 Raines Vikings Championship Day.
  • The Jaguars surprised coach Donovan Masline with Super Bowl LX tickets, as players and coaches emphasized Black excellence and noted key contributors will return next season.