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South Sumter Rising Star’s Passion for Sports Shines Bright
South Sumter High School three-sport star Malakhi Boone has been a fixture in the county since about age 5, when he fell in love with sports. Malakhi comes from an athletic background. His father James Boone played baseball for the University of Central Florida and his cousins Yourhigness Morgan and Earl Everett inspired Malakhi to begin playing football.
The Villages Boys Golf Team Win First Ever Match At Brand New Shallow Creek Golf Course
The Villages Charter High School won their first ever match at the beautiful brand new Shallow Creek Championship Golf course this week where they hosted Forest High School. While the match was close the entire way, The Villages would ultimately pull off the victory 147-155 and take home the first ever high school competition win at the new course.
Tavares High Football Game Scheduled For Daytime Due to Stadium Lighting Failure
Tavares High School’s upcoming football game against South Lake High has been rescheduled to 5pm on Thursday after a malfunction in the stadium’s lighting system rendered the field unusable for nighttime play. The decision was made after school officials discovered that the stadium lights, essential for the first...
Leesburg High’s 1977 Basketball State Champions: A Legacy Remembered
Forty seven years ago, Leesburg High School secured their first-ever state championship in basketball. That 1977 team was led by players like Ed Chapman, Bo Peeples, and Johnny Williams. Only one school in Lake County had ever won a boys’ state basketball championship before this team. That program was Mount...
South Lake High Football Secures 17-12 Victory Over Tavares High
South Lake High School’s football team earned a hard-fought 17-12 victory over Tavares High in a thrilling game that finished before the sun set. Lights at the Tavares High School football field were not operational and neither was the scoreboard, but the game was moved up to 5pm to ensure the game finished during daytime hours. Quarterback Tre Kelly led the charge for South Lake, passing for 165 yards and a touchdown while adding 50 rushing yards to his gritty performance.
Leesburg High’s D’mani Nettles Now Offering Basketball Training Sessions
Kids who want to improve their basketball skills will have the opportunity to do so with Coach D’Mani Nettles of Leesburg High School this upcoming year. Coach Nettles will be offering one-hour basketball training sessions on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays this year. Leesburg is known for its basketball history....
Mount Dora High Senior Chasing Cross Country History
Mount Dora High School senior Hannah Douglas became one of Lake County’s most decorated runners by winning the district cross country championship every year she competed. The three-peat earned her the school record for district cross country championships. And she’s not finished. “I fully intend on going for...
Eustis Police Department Fund New Uniforms for Eustis Junior Panthers Football Team
EUSTIS, Fla. (AP) — The Eustis Police Department has outfitted the Eustis Junior Panthers Football team with brand-new uniforms, thanks to funds seized from drug cases. The department’s donation is more than just financial support; it’s a clear symbol of their commitment to fostering a positive and safe community.
Baseball fever sweeps Central Florida as fans celebrate 2 championship teams
ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, Fla. - Baseball fever is sweeping Central Florida, and Seminole County is at the heart of the excitement. Not only is the area celebrating the Lake Mary All-Stars, but a team from Altamonte Springs is also making headlines. The Altamonte Springs Baseball Academy’s 11U team is on top after winning the Cal Ripken World Series earlier this month.
The Sharks blown away by the Hurricanes
On Aug. 23, the Sebastian River Sharks played the Mount Dora Hurricanes in a hard fought football game. Before the match, the up and coming Elementary School 2024 football players and cheerleaders were honored and introduced to the fans. The band played the national anthem and the ROTC Color Guard...
Mount Dora High Graduate Jack Morgan’s Unconventional Journey To UCF Football
Jack Morgan, a Mount Dora High School graduate, is set to take the field for the first time as a UCF Knight tonight as they face the University of New Hampshire. The 6-foot-4, 230-pound tight end, now a redshirt sophomore, has had an unconventional journey to NCAA Division 1 football.
FHSAA Executive Director Craig Damon on MVA Campus to Present Floyd E. Lay Sunshine Cup To Montverde Academy
Montverde Academy’s athletics department has added another achievement to its history. Recently, the Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) Executive Director, Craig Damon, visited the Montverde Academy (MVA) campus to present the school with the prestigious Floyd E. Lay Sunshine Cup. This award recognizes MVA as the most successful athletics department in the state of Florida for the 3A classification during the 2023-24 academic year.
Lake Minneola High Volleyball Sophomore Camila Antonsanti-Soto Off To Impressive Start
LAKE MINNEOLA, Fla. — Lake Minneola High School’s volleyball team is off to a flying start this season, thanks in large part to the standout performance of sophomore Camila Antosanti-Soto. Through the first three matches, Antosanti-Soto has established herself as a key player, propelling the team to an undefeated 3-0 record.
Eustis High Graduate Brady Singer Helping Kansas City Royals Make Playoff Push
Brady Singer, a proud graduate of Eustis High School in Florida, is putting together quite the year for the Kansas City Royals. Singer has had a big impact during the summer months, helping the Royals who remain in a tie for first place in the American League Central Division. With both the Royals and the Cleveland Guardians sitting at 75 wins, Singer’s performance on the mound has been crucial, While August has been an up and down month for Singer, he’s doing all he can to help the Royals make the playoffs.
Eustis High Graduate Kerry Carpenter Working To Return to Detroit Tigers
Eustis High School graduate Kerry Carpenter is working hard to return from a stress fracture in his lower back. Carpenter has been on the Injured List since May 29th. While his return-to-play had been progressing since June 21st he experienced discomfort last week which will likely mean he will be shut down until after the All-Star Break.
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