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‘A heart of gold:’ College football player dies after collapsing in Wellington
Hundreds of Wellington community members gathered at a vigil Thursday evening for Denali Smith of Wellington, who collapsed while practicing on Monday. “A true leader, heart of gold,” shared Smith’s mother, Latoya Mills. “The definition of positive.”. Mills said Smith previously attended Wellington High School. He was...
Two Local Flag Football Teammates Gaining National Recognition
Two local teenage girls are on a national fast track as top-flight flag football players. Victoria Ayllon, 16, a rising junior at Palm Beach Gardens High School, and Janiah Tejada, 15, a rising sophomore at Seminole Ridge High School, are currently on USA Football’s radar screen for its national 16U girls flag football team.
'Peace and love': Wellington coaches, friends honor the life and legacy of Denali Smith
Hundreds of people donning green gathered at the Wellington High School football field on Thursday night to celebrate the life of Denali Smith, a former Wolverines football and lacrosse player who died Tuesday morning after collapsing during Monday practice. Smith, who would have turned 21 on Thursday, was the subject of fond memories...
Almonte Homers, Drives in Two to Lead 5-2 Win
Daytona slugger leads the way as Tortugas snap three-game skid. JUPITER, Fla—Ariel Almonte moved into third place in Tortugas history with his 17th home run of the season and drove in two runs to lead a 5-2 victory over the Jupiter Hammerheads on Saturday night at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium.
Dr. Joaquin Garcia High School football team adding 'bricks to the foundation' as program begins second season
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — The high school football season is now less than a month away. Many teams are getting ready to take the field and finally chase after a state title. WPTV spoke with players and coaches at Dr. Joaquin Garcia High School as they prepare for their second season.
Young Wellington Athlete Kate Costello Excels At Both Baseball And Softball
Wellington resident Kate Costello doesn’t have to choose between playing baseball or fast-pitch softball. Instead, she is playing both sports — and she can use her A2000 fielder’s glove from Wilson in both sports, as well. Costello, 12, is currently playing baseball for an all-girls travel team...
Vibrant Summer Programs Underway At Wellington Tennis Center
Thanks to what’s happening this summer at the Wellington Tennis Center and at Greenview Shores Park, junior tennis is alive and well in the western communities. “We are having record numbers in our summer camp and have added a high-performance element for the summer, and we will be doing so for the fall, as well,” said Chuck Gill, director of the Wellington Tennis Center.
Tortugas Tripped Up in 11-Inning Duel
JUPITER, Fla—The Daytona Tortugas rallied to tie the game in the eighth, then took the lead in the 11th, but the Jupiter Hammerheads scored twice in the bottom of the 11th to claim a 4-3 victory on Friday night at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium. Jupiter (14-12, 51-43) earned their...
As the Oat Milkers, Jupiter Defeats Daytona 7-1 on Thursday Night
JUPITER, FL - Playing under the identity of MiLB's 121st professional team, the "Oat Milkers," the Jupiter Hammerheads (50-43, 14-13) defeated the Daytona Tortugas (45-45, 14-10) by a final score of 7-1 on Thursday night at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium. Jupiter got their bats going right away in the bottom...
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