BELLE GLADE – The Glades Day Gators had a key leader in the trenches this season.
Johnny Ramos was that guy on both sides of the ball (2026 OL/DL). He was entrusted by head coach Zach Threkeld to be one of Glades Day’s four team captains, alongside fellow senior Payne Wallace (2026 LB), junior Ramsey “Rambo” Rimes (2027 RB/LB), and junior Zeth Villarreal (2027 ATH).
The 6-foot-2, 255-pound lineman played primarily at tackle on offense and defensive end/defensive tackle on defense. His steady level of play helped to create opportunities for the likes of Villarreal, Rimes, Wallace, and sophomore athlete Jacaris Jones throughout Glades Day’s 13-game season, which resulted in a 4-9 record and berth in the Sunshine State Athletic Association (SSAA) 2A championship game.
Current and former Glades Day teammates spoke on how Ramos positively impacted the game in his own way.
We will start with Villarreal, who has impacted games as a quarterback on offense, defensive back on defense, and kicker on special teams.
“Johnny was an amazing player to be around,” Villarreal said. “He always stayed on his blocks and he was our most reliable lineman. On defense he has dominated the defensive end position all season. He has made amazing plays on both sides of the ball. He is an amazing friend outside of school. I’m definitely going to miss him on the field and outside of football.”
Rimes chimed in as well.
“He’s a great leader and a good player on and off the field,” said Rimes, who made impactful plays at both running back and linebacker this season. “I’m thankful to have had him on the team and happy to be able to play with him. It’s gonna be hard trying to find someone to replace him.”
Wallace on Ramos:
“I think Johnny was a very big part of our defense up front,” said Wallace, who finished his senior season with a team-high 112 total tackles in 13 games played. “He is a beast getting off blocks, making tackles, and hustling all across the field. Without him doing his assignments, I wouldn’t have had that many tackles. He played his heart out for the team.”
We were able to get some words from brothers Jyron Hughley (formerly at Glades Day; now at Cardinal Newman) and Braxton Aime. Listen to their words right below as they spoke about the impact Ramos had on them.
And then we got Ramos to speak candidly about his senior season at Glades Day and his future aspirations.
Watch below for yourself.
Ramos has proven to be a cornerstone of Glades Day’s high school football program. His overall impact will be felt for years to come.
We are thankful for Ramos as he moves on from this phase of his life and ventures into a new journey after high school ends in May 2026.
PHOTO CREDITS: Tamarick Best / Best Shot Visuals
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