Cardinal Newman opens title defense with 37-6 win after Sam Budnyk tribute
Cardinal Newman began its state title defense with a decisive victory over Community School of Naples, while honoring legendary coach Sam Budnyk before kickoff. The result paired a strong opening statement with a ceremony centered on the program’s history.
AUG 22, 2026
Cardinal Newman's season-opening score against Community School of Naples.
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Palm Beach Post reporter Tom D’Angelo reports that Cardinal Newman opened its state title defense with a 37-6 win over Community School of Naples. Before kickoff, the school honored legendary coach Sam Budnyk. Cardinal Newman then handled its season opener by a 31-point margin. The game gave the defending state champion a winning start and placed Budnyk’s recognition at the center of the night.
“Cardinal Newman then handled its season opener by a 31-point margin.”
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