Venice High School Parade of Champions set for 2/15
Francesco Abbruzzino, The Uncensored Report, LLC
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The Venice High School Parade of Champions will begin at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 15, starting from Venice High School and concluding at Centennial Park, where athletes and coaches will be recognized.
Following an outstanding 2024 season, VHS is celebrating the remarkable achievements of its football and cheerleading teams, along with the incredible efforts of the VHS Marching Band.
“Venice takes immense pride in our student-athletes, whose dedication and achievements inspire our entire community,” said Venice Mayor Nick Pachota. “This hometown tradition recognizes their success not just in their sport performance, but as future City leaders. We’re honored to celebrate them on Feb. 15.”
The Venice High School football team clinched the Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) Class 7A State Championship and secured their fourth state title by defeating Lake Mary High School on Dec. 14 with a score of 52-19.
Residents and visitors are encouraged to join the celebration at Centennial Park starting around 11:45 a.m. Unlike the Venice Holiday Parade, this event does not include road closures or designated pedestrian viewing areas. The VHS Marching Band and athletes will travel north on Nokomis Ave., west on Venice Ave., and north on Nassau St. to the Gazebo in Centennial Park.
The City of Venice prohibits throwing candy, trinkets, or other items during all parades. All parade participants and attendees must follow the City’s Code of Conduct.
Thank you to the Antique Automobile Club of America-Venice and Together We Can and Jim Foubister for supporting this event.
Come out Saturday, Feb. 15 and support the athletic accomplishments of VHS, wear your green and show your Venice pride!
