Gulf Coast FCA hosts 7 on 7 Shootout

The Gulf Coast FCA held its annual 7 on 7 Shootout July 26 at Braden River High.

Sixteen teams, including Braden River High, The Out-of-Door Academy and Southeast High, along with 13 teams from Tampa, Desoto and Sarasota and Charlotte Counties participated in the event, which was sponsored by CORE Construction.

Following morning pool play, players and coaches listened to former Port Charlotte High and University of Florida running back Ernie DuBose share about life, football and his faith.

In single elimination, Palmetto High defeated defending champion Tampa Wharton in overtime and Gaither High defeated Southeast. In the final, Gaither High edged past Palmetto 34-26 to win the 2011 Gulf Coast FCA 7 on 7 Championship.