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New bill creates voucher program to give free swim lessons to children
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A new bill that goes into effect on July 1 creates a voucher program that gives free swim lessons for kids. Kids drowning in the Sunshine State is a story heard far too often. “All of those things can be 100% preventable,” Rachel Mills, YMCA Interim...
Rivals Five-Star: Recruiting Rumor Mill
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The Rivals Five-Star, the marquee high school football event of the summer, has arrived. On Tuesday, the 100 prospects set to compete at the Jacksonville Jaguars’ facility rolled through media day. National Recruiting Analyst Marshall Levenson sorts through some of the biggest news coming out...
Rivals Five-Star: DL analysis
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - The Rivals Five-Star is in the books and now it’s time to continue the position breakdowns and give thoughts on many of the players who competed at the summer’s biggest event. We break down the top 10 defensive linemen. 1. DEUCE GERALDS. The Defensive Line...
‘Very disappointed’: Sprinting star Christian Miller not selected for Olympics relay pool
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Christian Miller won’t be headed to the Paris Olympics after all. Thought to be a near-lock for the 4x100 relay pool after his sterling showing at the U.S. Olympic Team Trials last month, Miller’s coach with the St. Johns Striders, Ricky Fields shared the disappointing news late Sunday night.
Florida lands commitment from coveted in-state pass-catcher
The Florida Gators added another commitment to its 2025 recruiting class on Saturday. Jacksonville Riverside receiver Tae'shaun Gelsey has pledged his services to the Orange and Blue. “It’s the relationship I have with each coach,” Gelsey said to On3. “Everyone is just brought together and everybody is just family. They...
First Coasts' Laval Davis looks to secure his third gold medal with the U.S. Men's Flag Football Team
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Laval Davis, a Sandalwood High School alumnus, aims to secure his third gold medal with the U.S. Men's Flag Football Team at the IFAF Flag Football World Championships in Finland this August. Davis, heralded as one of Team USA's premier athletes, began his athletic journey as...
Top Wide Receivers Breakdown: Rivals Five-Star Event Highlights
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - The Rivals Five-Star event provided a platform to assess top wide receivers, with standout performances from players like Donovan Olugbode, Naeem Burroughs, and Boobie Feaster. Donovan Olugbode showcased exceptional catching ability, despite concerns about his speed, drawing interest from Missouri, Florida, Washington, and others. Naeem Burroughs impressed...
Sounds Win Against Jacksonville in Series Finale
Wow, what a barnburner in Jacksonville! The Nashville Sounds showed some serious grit, clawing their way back from behind to snatch a 7-6 victory from the jaws of defeat against the Jumbo Shrimp. This win was sweeter than a cold drink on a hot summer day, folks!. The Sounds brought...
Florida Gators basketball set to tip off 2024-25 season against South Florida Bulls
The University of Florida men's basketball team is shaping up its schedule for the upcoming 2024-25 season, with finalizing an exciting opener. According to reports from Swamp247, the Gators are expected to face the South Florida Bulls on November 4 at the VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena in Jacksonville. This matchup...
Defensive Back Hylton Stubbs Pledges to 2025 All-American Bowl
Defensive back Hylton Stubbs (Jacksonville, FL/ Mandarin High School), the four-star prospect has officially accepted his invitation to the 2025 All-American Bowl. Having been selected to play in the twenty fifth edition of the All-American Bowl, Stubbs will play in the annual East vs. West matchup on Saturday, January 11, 2025, in the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas. The Bowl will be nationally televised, live on NBC at 1:00 PM ET, and will feature the nation’s top 100 high school football players.
All-First Coast baseball | Aidan King's journey to strikeout royalty at Bishop Snyder
A June birthday meant something a little different for Aidan King. A few more challenges while climbing his way up the youth baseball ladder. Years of growing up against opponents a few months older and sometimes a few inches taller, with a little more zip on their pitches and a little more punch on their hits. ...
JAX TOP 100: Honorable mention list for Northeast Florida top athletes
Northeast Florida's depth in sports has ballooned since the original Times-Union Top 100 list in 1999. See the honorable mention list for the Times-Union's Jax Top 100. HIGHEST HONORABLE MENTION ...
Jim Graci Retires From WOKV
Graci joined Cox in that role in April 2022. Graci has also programmed 1020 KDKA and “93.7 The Fan” KDKA-FM Pittsburgh from 2012 to 2021, 570 KLIF Dallas from 2010-11, and “ESPN Pittsburgh” 1250 WEAE from 2004-10. He has also held production and creative services roles at WZGC Atlanta, KBSG and KJR Seattle, and KEDJ/KGME/KHOT Phoenix and was the public address announcer for the NBA’s Atlanta Hawks and Seattle Supersonics.
Millie Thompson: Jacksonville University Softball’s New Graduate Assistant & ACC Standout
Former Clemson standout Millie Thompson has joined the Jacksonville University softball staff as the team's new graduate assistant, bringing high-level pitching experience and knowledge to the program. Thompson, a standout pitcher from Clemson University, earned numerous accolades academically and athletically, including being named Third Team All-ACC for three consecutive years and excelling in the 2024 season with 75 strikeouts over 91.0 innings.
Northeast Florida Surf Report #1 Tuesday 6:30 AM 07.02.2024
Northside Cam Jacksonville Beach Pier Center View Cam Jacksonville Beach Pier. View Our Latest Video Update [YouTube] Subscribe / Get Notified. View Our Live Jacksonville Beach Pier Cam [Northside]. View Our Live Jacksonville Beach Pier Cam [Southside]. Public Safety Announcement. In the modern era, our surf breaks can be very...
Legends of the Mat: Davis and Smith Set to Enter Divison II Pantheon
BALTIMORE, Md. (July 2, 2024) -- The Division II Coaches Association is set to induct John Davis and William Smith, two legendary wrestlers from Morgan State, into the Jim Koch Division II Wrestling Hall of Fame as part of its class of 2024. This prestigious honor recognizes the outstanding achievements and contributions of these two former student-athletes to the sport of wrestling at the Division II level.
Four-star safety Simeon Caldwell high on Miami Hurricanes and LB coach Derek Nicholson: “He tells me the best in Florida stay in Florida”
acksonville (Fla.) The Bolles School four-star safety Simeon Caldwell talks the Miami Hurricanes and where things stand The post Four-star safety Simeon Caldwell high on Miami Hurricanes and LB coach Derek Nicholson: “He tells me the best in Florida stay in Florida” appeared first on On3.
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