After years of success in 8-man football, All Saints Academy in Florida is making a significant shift — one the program hopes will elevate its profile and long-term future.

According to a recent report by the TheLedger.com , All Saints head coach Jason Smith has confirmed that the Saints will transition back to 11-man football and join the Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) beginning with the 2026 season, following the organization’s approval of a new independent division.

The move comes on the heels of a strong 2025 campaign in which All Saints went 9-2 and captured the Sunshine State Athletic Association (SSAA) 8-man state title.

A Return to Tradition

All Saints had competed in 11-man football for more than a decade after joining the SSAA in 2009.…