The anticipation is palpable across Indian River County as Vero Beach High School prepares for a historic appearance in the Class 7A state football championship. As the team heads south to Miami to face Lake Mary, the community is showing strong support, with thousands of fans expected to fill the stands.
According to figures released by the Florida State High School Athletic Association (FHSAA), ticket sales have been robust leading up to the kickoff at Pitbull Stadium. Craig Damon, the executive director of the FHSAA, reported the pre-sale numbers on the evening of December 12, approximately 24 hours before the big game.
More than 2,400 tickets have been pre-sold for Vero Beach High School’s state championship football game… Vero Beach is attempting to win its first state championship game since 1981.
Attendance in Context
The turnout for the Vero Beach vs. Lake Mary game is shaping up to be comparable to other major matchups in this year’s state series. For comparison:
For Vero Beach, this game represents more than just a season finale; it is a chance to break a championship drought that has lasted for over four decades. As the buses roll toward Miami, the significant number of pre-sold tickets confirms that the Fighting Indians will have a loud and proud cheering section hoping to witness history.
