Vero Beach residents have a major reason to tune into the NAIA Football Championship this weekend. The **Keiser Seahawks** are heading to Fort Worth, Texas, to battle for the national title, led by none other than **Vero Beach native Shea Spencer**. As the starting quarterback, Spencer has been instrumental in the Seahawks’ undefeated season and their return to the championship stage for a rematch against Grand View (Iowa).
The game, scheduled for **Saturday, December 20, at 1 p.m.**, represents a chance for redemption. Grand View defeated Keiser in last year’s title game, 35-7. However, the Seahawks are entering this contest with significant momentum, boasting a 12-0 record and a high-powered offense orchestrated by the local standout.
Shea Spencer just needs to be Shea Spencer. He does a good job of taking what the defense gives him… That’s what makes him so good as a player and person – not forcing things.
Spencer has been on a tear during the 2025 season. He has completed 69 percent of his passes for **3,101 yards**, helping the second-seeded Keiser team average 41 points per game. In the recent semifinal victory against the College of Idaho, the Vero Beach quarterback showcased his versatility by rushing for three touchdowns.
The team is also rallying around their head coach, **Myles Russ**, who is making an inspiring return to the sidelines. Russ has been battling Guillain-Barre Syndrome, a life-threatening nerve disease that hospitalized him for weeks and caused partial paralysis. Despite continuing physical therapy to regain full mobility, Russ credits his recovery to strong family support and is determined to lead the team in Texas.
**Championship Game Details:**
* **Matchup:** Keiser Seahawks vs. Grand View Vikings
* **When:** Saturday, Dec. 20 at 1:00 p.m.
* **Where:** Crowley ISD Multipurpose Stadium, Fort Worth, Texas
* **How to Watch:** Urban Edge Network, NAIA Network
While the team faces a formidable opponent in the undefeated Grand View squad—led by their own standout quarterback Jackson Waring—the Seahawks are confident. With a Vero Beach star under center and a resilient coach on the sidelines, Keiser is looking to avenge last year’s loss and bring the championship trophy back to Florida.
