BREAKING: The highly anticipated 2025 All-Tidewater Football Team has just been announced, showcasing extraordinary talent from across the region. This year’s standout players have set new records and led their teams to state championships, making waves in the football community.
Keon Johnson, the All-Tidewater Player of the Year and a senior running back/linebacker from Lake Taylor High School, dominated the field this season. He rushed for a staggering 2,319 yards and scored 42 touchdowns, both setting new single-season records in South Hampton Roads. Johnson’s incredible performance included 358 yards and five touchdowns in the state tournament, leading the Titans to the Class 3 state title.
Another breakout star, Donovan “Domo” Everette, a sophomore quarterback from Maury High School, made headlines by leading his team to the Class 5 state title. Averaging 50.4 points per game, Everette threw for 3,513 yards with 46 touchdowns against just eight interceptions. His total of 4,047 yards and 58 touchdowns ranks among the top in South Hampton Roads history.
The Oscar Smith Tigers also showcased their prowess, with Lonnie Andrews at the helm as quarterback, securing back-to-back Class 6 state titles. Andrews threw for 3,291 yards and 43 touchdowns while completing 181 of 306 passes, earning first-team all-state honors.
Other notable mentions include Tayshawn Branche from Maury, who rushed for 2,255 yards and scored 28 touchdowns, and Amari Pryear of Bethel, who finished the season with 2,035 yards and 37 touchdowns. Both players were vital to their teams’ successes, with Pryear leading the Bruins to their first playoff victory since 2008.
Defensive standouts include DeVaughn Powell from Lake Taylor, who was recognized as the Class 3 Defensive Player of the Year. He led the area with 33 sacks and recorded over 100 tackles. Meanwhile, Isaiah Simmons, a senior linebacker from Maury, was named the Class 5 Defensive Player of the Year with 109 tackles and 27 sacks.
The 2025 All-Tidewater Football Team highlights not only the exceptional athletic skills of these young players but also their dedication and hard work. Coaches and fans alike have praised their contributions to the game, and many have already committed to collegiate programs, promising to carry their talents to the next level.
As the football season wraps up, all eyes will be on these stars as they transition to collegiate play. Stay tuned for updates on their future achievements and the next wave of talent emerging from the Tidewater region. This year’s All-Tidewater team is truly a testament to the growing competitiveness and skill in high school football.
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