Since longtime coach Tom MacPherson left the program two years ago, Ridgeview is still trying to pick up the pieces where he left off, and recover from the great loss.
Assistant coach Charlie Libretto took over, and the Panthers went 1-9 in his only season before stepping down. Now, in comes former Bronson coach Cameron Porch to take over the program this season.
Porch has to replace 22 seniors from last year’s abysmal team, and has had a lot to do in the spring and summer trying to implement his own schemes and offense.
Among those seniors expected to step up are defensive back Travis Martin, free safety Jake Denny, lineman Reed Caldwell and Johnathan Mcdow.
The schedule is demanding, which should have the Panthers well prepared for the district with games against Yulee, Bartram Trail, Fleming Island and Bishop Kenny.
As far as the playoffs, getting through the gauntlet of District 5-5A won’t be easy as Clay, Baker County, Palatka and Menendez all return solid veteran teams, while Orange Park under former coach MacPherson remains a wild card.
Ridgeview Panthers
Ridgeview Panthers Starting To Rebuild
Written by Corey Davis
Photo by Ridgeview High School
