Meet the 2025 All-Orange Observer high school football preseason teams

Once again, West Orange and Southwest Orange are chock full of talented high school football players. At almost every position on the field, there are a multitude of high-level college prospects spread throughout the area being recruited by or have already committed to some of the biggest  programs in country.

To celebrate these athletes, we present our 2025 All-Orange Observer high school football preseason teams and our preseason offensive and defensive players of the year. 

PRESEASON OFFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR

West Orange's A.J. Chung rolled out of the pocket. (Photo courtesy of Thomas Lightbody)

QB A.J. CHUNG, WEST ORANGE HIGH 

On paper, the Warriors sophomore quarterback, who threw for 861 yards on 103 attempts with eight touchdowns, being selected as the area’s top offensive player for the season might seem like a bit of a stretch. To this, we say, respectfully: Go watch the tape of the Warriors spring game or kickoff classic before filing any complaints. 

Simply put, Chung is the most exciting and talented quarterback in the area and as he rocks the No. 12 entering his first season as West Orange’s QB1 his playing style, throwing motion and effective mobility are reminiscent of a young Aaron Rodgers — who just so happens to be one of his favorite QBs. 

Beyond his insane arm talent and lightning quick processing ability, Chung will be leading a high-powered offense with weapons at every level — such as Louisville commit Devonte Anderson, leading receiver Edison Delgado, leading rusher Jayden Ammons and newcomers Yuto Kawamura-Johnson and Dakiren Glover — and a solid offensive line led by returning starters Fenway Cochrane and Alex Castellanos. 

When it’s all said and done, the sophomore with offers from Arkansas, USF, FAU, Virginia Tech, Purdue and more is worth the price of admission.

PRESEASON DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR

DB C.J. BRONAUGH, WINDERMERE HIGH 

On the opposite side of the spectrum to Chung is Windermere’s four-star defensive back who is committed to play for the Florida Gators, C.J. Bronaugh.  

One of the highest sought after prospects in the area, the 6-foot-1 lockdown corner and multiple-time state champion sprinter had a breakout season for the Wolverines in 2024, catching six interceptions, returning three of them for touchdowns in just eight games played. 

Unlike Chung, however, Bronaugh might actually not be worth the price of admission. Because he’s so good at shutting out the opposition’s best receiver, the other team’s quarterback won’t dare look his direction — let alone risk a turnover by throwing to the man Bronaugh is covering. 

But if you insist on watching the young man do wind sprints, I’d recommend you buy a ticket to one of his track meets in the spring, which is a more entertaining version of his dominance.

Regardless of whether it’s fun to watch the future Gator pick on opposing receivers and terrify quarterbacks, there’s a reason why he had more than 30 offers to play college football next season and why he’s the Observer’s pick for preseason defensive player of the year.

FIRST TEAM

OFFENSE

Quarterback

A.J. Chung, West Orange, So. 

Running backs

Zion Matthews, Dr. Phillips, Sr.

Henry Rogers, Windermere, Sr.

Wide receivers

Jaylen Davis, Windermere, Jr. 

Edison Delgado, West Orange, Sr. 

Demetrice McCray, The First Academy, Sr.

Brian Williams Jr., The First Academy, Sr. 

Offensive line

Chancellor Barclay, The First Academy, Jr.

Reed Ramsier, The First Academy, Jr.

Deuce Forrester, Windermere, Sr.

Fenway Cochrane, West Orange, So.

R.J. Stamm, Dr. Phillips, Sr. 

DEFENSE

Defensive line

Jayden Buckhanon, Dr. Phillips, Sr. 

Maurice Jones Jr., Dr. Phillips, Sr. 

Matheus Kaminski Cordeiro, West Orange, So. 

Lex Willis, The First Academy, Sr.

Linebackers

Holden Kubitz, Horizon, Sr. 

Willems Noel, Windermere, Sr. 

Kingston Shaw, The First Academy, Sr. 

Defensive backs

C.J. Bronaugh, Windermere, Sr.

McHenry Fortilien, Dr. Phillips, Sr. 

Dariyon Gordon, Ocoee, Sr. 

Devin Jackson, The First Academy, Sr.

UTILITY 

Athletes

Devonte Anderson, West Orange, Sr. 

Ja’Cari Jackson, Olympia, Sr.

Kaio Oliveira, Horizon, Sr.

SECOND TEAM

OFFENSE

Quarterback

Tyson Davison, Ocoee, Sr. 

Running backs

Jaelyn Powell, The First Academy, Jr.

Sam Wood, Foundation Academy, Jr. 

Wide receivers

Marvin Brown, Ocoee, Jr.

Peyton Hollern, Windermere Prep, Sr.

Noah McMullen, Foundation, Sr. 

Davy Murphy, Central Florida Christian, Jr. 

Offensive line

Jordyn Aiken, Lake Buena Vista, Jr.

Teagan Blust, Central Florida Christian, Sr. 

Tyler Duvermont, Ocoee, Sr. 

Fuad Maali, Olympia, Sr.

Will Trimble, Windermere, Sr. 

DEFENSE

Defensive line

DeMarco Henderson III, Dr. Phillips, Jr.

Elijah Mosby, Windermere, Sr. 

D.J. Whiley, The First Academy, Sr.

Linebackers

Aiden Cubero, Foundation Academy, Sr. 

Aiden Harris, Olympia, Sr. 

Abishai Smith, Horizon, Jr.

Nolan Turner, West Orange, Sr. 

Defensive backs

Cole Huntley, Foundation, Jr.

Danny Odem, The First Academy, Sr. 

Xayvion Mincey, Dr. Phillips, Jr.

Chakai Scott, West Orange, Sr.

UTILITY 

Athletes

Stoley Cenemat, Lake Buena Vista, Jr. 

Brian Dillard, The First Academy, Jr. 

Eric Weems Jr., Olympia, Sr.