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Apopka High School alumna Shekinah Leonce to join Team USA in Paris
APOPKA, Fla. — Shekinah Leonce, an Apopka High School alumna, is returning to the room where her journey began and is now preparing to join Team USA in Paris. Leonce spent countless hours in this room, shadowing the athletic trainers at Apopka High School. She initiated the sports medicine program as a freshman.
Residents unable to apply for Florida’s Swim Lesson Voucher Program despite new law
OVIEDO, Fla. – With summer in full swing, health experts are raising awareness about water safety, but there are still questions about a new Florida law that provides free swim lessons to some children. Thursday is World Drowning Prevention Day and also marks nearly a month since the state’s...
Howl-O-Sprint – Run for Your Life: Friday, Sept. 13
SeaWorld Orlando’s inaugural Howl-O-Sprint 5K Run is the ultimate Halloween thrill, and you’re invited—if you dare! Join us as darkness falls on Friday, Sept. 13 for a heart-pounding race through terrifying scare zones and past chilling roller coasters as sinister characters pursue you relentlessly. Survive to cross...
UCF flips Alabama in-state 4-Star DB commit
Jamarrion Gordon has confirmed he has flipped his verbal commitment from Alabama to UCF. Gordon is a 2026 four-star defensive back out of Jackson High School in Alabama. His decision leaves the Tide with one 2026 commit. Alabama originally picked up a commitment from Gordon in May. Justin Smith is...
High school football players participate in Florida Citrus Sports media day
ORLANDO, Fla. – High school football players across Central Florida are getting the chance to be part of Florida Citrus Sports’ High School Football Media Day. “This is an opportunity to really kick off the high school season with these young people telling their story about the work they put in. Who they are as players. Who they are as a team and what they mean to their community,” Dan LaForest said.
Sonic Prep Player of the Week: Vernell Brown III
ORLANDO, Fla. – A recent college commit adds to the standard that is Jones High School, one of the premier football programs in Central Florida. Vernell Brown III, a star senior wide receiver, recently announced his intent to play for the University of Florida. Playing for the Gators was a natural decision for the Gainesville native.
Orlando Magic still need to figure out what their heart and soul is worth
The Orlando Magic had completed most of their offseason work when Jeff Weltman met with the media to introduce Kentavious Caldwell-Pope informally in early July. They had added the veteran guard to bolster their starting lineup. They retained Goga Bitadze, Moritz Wagner and Gary Harris to maintain a deep bench. They signed Franz Wagner to a max extension and renegotiated Jonathan Isaac's contract.
Things to do: 2024 Leagues & Summer Cup, Luau at Boxi Beach, Lego Space Tour and more this weekend
ORLANDO, Fla. — There are numerous activities to enjoy this weekend in Central Florida. Now through July 31st, it’s your last weekend to enjoy the Christmas in July Extravaganza at the Florida Mall. On Friday, July 26th, the 2024 Leagues Cup will feature Orlando City SC and FC...
Edgewater football team to play pre-season game in England
ORLANDO, Fla. - This pre-season will look a little different for the Edgewater football team. They’re heading across the pond in August to face the NFL Academy in Loughborough, England. "We’re hoping and praying it’s one of those trips that’ll be so much bigger than football. We want to...
The Best Watch Parties and Places to Celebrate the Paris 2024 Olympics in Orlando
There's much excitement in Orlando about the 2024 Summer Olympics, which officially kick off on June 26 in France. The Paris 2024 Olympics Opening Ceremony starts at 1:30 p.m. Orlando-time on Sunday, June 26. Once the Summer Olympics are officially underway, they run through August 11. There are a few Olympics watch parties and events...
UCF football schedule 2024: Dates, kickoff times, TV channel for each game
The 2024 college football season is around the corner, and UCF is looking to make some noise in an expanded Big 12. No, this isn't a result of players of EA Sports' College Football 25 going haywire with modified conferences. The Knights joined the Big 12 in 2023 with Cincinnati, BYU and Houston,...
Watch Orlando Pride vs C.F. Monterrey Femenil on Paramount+
Venue: INTER&Co Stadium, Orlando, Fla. The Orlando Pride and North Carolina Courage played to a 1-1 draw in the opening Group E match of the 2024 Summer Cup. The Courage would take an extra point on the night by winning the end-of-regulation shootout, 5-4. Celia scored her first goal of the 2024 season as the Pride's lone scorer.
How to buy UCF football tickets: See prices for games on 2024 schedule
UCF football fans, get ready for Year 2 of Big 12 conference play in the 2024 college football season. The Knights' first year in a power conference ended with a 6-7 record, though they did close the regular season winning three of four games to make the Gasparilla Bowl. This season, coach Gus...
Top Big 12 nonconference games includes this Florida matchup
It is no secret that Florida football faces one of the toughest schedules in the nation this fall but the Gators also represent a robust opponent for a few teams out there as well. College Sports Wire’s Patrick Conn recently broke down the top five nonconference matchups for the Big 12’s 2024 campaign, with the Orange and Blue taking on the UCF Knights as the final entry on the list. “We have a Sunshine State matchup between the UCF Knights and Florida Gators in Week 6 of the 2024 season,” Conn begins. “These two teams have only met three times in their history,...
Rapid Reactions: Leagues Cup begins with a roar
1. Starting strong in the 2024 Leagues Cup. After a stellar month of July leading into the tournament, the Lions dropped CF Montréal 4-1 on Friday night, starting the group stage at the very top. 2. The four goals by the Lions continue their terrific offensive form, with 18...
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