It only took an extra 90 minutes to wait for, but the Broward County Classic High School Football Showcase’s premier matchup between Mater Dei and St. Thomas Aquinas took place Saturday evening. If there was more time on the clock,

No. 1 Mater Dei [CA] Monarchs dominated the first half against St. Thomas Aquinas [FL] but had to hold off the Raiders' late charge

St. Thomas Aquinas surged in the second half but Mater Dei held on for a 26-23 victory in a clash of nationally-ranked teams in the Broward County Showcase. Mater Dei, ranked No. 1 in the nation, led No. 10 St. Thomas Aquinas 26-3 at halftime.