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Games and more: Carter Street Park
In January 1927, Julius High was hired to be in charge of Black recreation by the Orlando Recreation Department. He quickly found that Orlando did not have public recreation outlets for its Black community and hoped to change that. Construction began in May for Carter Street Park, Orlando’s first athletic...
American midfielder Tyler Adams says receiving online racial abuse is commonplace
KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) — American midfielder Tyler Adams said receiving online racial abuse has become commonplace for players. Teammates Chris Richards and Folarin Balogun said they were targeted for racial abuse, and the U.S. Soccer Federation issued a statement after Thursday’s 2-1 loss to Panama in the Copa America saying that it was “deeply disturbed.”
Report: Former Pitt Guard Dior Johnson Leaning Towards Big 12 Program
According to a report by JuCo insider Cody Hopkins, former Pitt guard Dior Johnson is a “heavy lean” to end up playing for UCF after he recently visited the program. Johnson, who was on the Pitt roster a year ago at this time, never ended up playing a game for Pitt aside from several exhibition contests in Spain on the team’s foreign tour.
UCF's $88M football stadium expansion project gets final approval from state
ORLANDO, Fla. - UCF's $88 million football stadium expansion project got its final approval on Friday. The state's Board of Governors on Friday morning approved the project, which has a targeted completion in fall 2026, according to Athletic Director Terry Mohajir. "Many thanks to the Board of Governors for approving...
Florida IS NOT the Most Crucial 2024 Football Game
It’s not often that I write commentary on the UCF Knights here on the Black and Gold Banneret. However, after seeing the prevailing notion that the upcoming matchup facing the Florida Gators at “The Swamp” in Gainesville is the most crucial game of 2024 makes its rounds, I feel compelled to take up my mantle as the voice of reason in the spirit of Lee Corso and declare, “Not so fast, my friend”.
Pickleball Kingdom to Open 25 New Locations in Ohio and Orlando
Pickleball Kingdom, the largest indoor pickleball entity, announced its expansion into Ohio, spearheaded by franchisees Sanjay and Dhaval Patel, who will build most clubs in Ohio and several in Orlando. “This expansion into the state of Ohio marks another step forward for the Pickleball Kingdom brand,” explained Ace Rodrigues, founder...
Orlando Pride want to beat Angel City to keep their winning streak going
Orlando Pride are about to take on Angel City FC in Los Angeles. The Florida side are coming off the back of a historic 6-0 win over the Utah Royals, while Angel City are looking to bounce back after a narrow 1-0 defeat to Bay FC. Follow MLS Multiplex on...
TC Athletics News | Rising Junior, Valerie Yambao Helps Lead AAU Volleyball Team to National Championship
We are proud to announce and congratulate Valerie Yambao, a rising junior and member of the Timber Creek varsity volleyball team for recently receiving the Classic Division MVP award and leading her team, Game Point 16 Premier to an AAU National Championship. Congratulations – we couldn’t be more proud!
UCF position preview: Quarterback
The first in a position-by-position look at the 2024 Knights leading up to fall camp: TODAY: QUARTERBACK What to expect KJ Jefferson will undoubtedly be the starter when the Knights open the season against New Hampshire on Aug. 29. The fifth-year senior arrived in Orlando after five seasons at Arkansas, where he shattered numerous passing records with the Razorbacks. His experience in the SEC ...
Lakes Elite 17's Compete in National Volleyball Tournament in Orlando
The Lakes Elite 17’s volleyball team traveled to Orlando, Florida this week and played in the National 17’s Tournament at the Orange County Convention Center, which has 152 courts. The local team finished 31st out of 154 teams competing in the 17’s club division. “Our club started 2 years ago to fill a need in the Lakes Area to allow some of the area’s best athletes to play at a high level, while still being able to compete in multiple high school sport,” noted Underwood volleyball coach Breck Grove. “Last season, our 3 teams were made up of athletes from 9 area schools.”
The First Academy announces Alan Kunkel as new baseball coach
The First Academy has announced Alan Kunkel as its next varsity boys baseball coach and director of baseball operations. “My family and I are very excited about being a part of the TFA family," Kunkel said. "God is doing big things here through this ministry, and we consider ourselves fortunate to be a part of his plan. Baseball has a tradition of excellence here, but it also has, and always will be, a platform to share the love of the Lord.”
New Jones CB Courtney Patterson has committed to Arkansas State
Courtney Patterson, a cornerback who has transferred to Jones High during the summer break, committed to Arkansas State on Friday. He is another talented newcomer on the Jones squad, which also added talented, multi-position standout Larry Miles from West Orange this summer. Patterson comes to Jones from Ocala, where he played at Trinity Catholic. He was second in tackles at Trinity last ...
Angel City FC vs. Orlando Pride: NWSL TV channel, live stream, lineups, preview
We're wrapping up Matchday 15 in the City of Angels at BMO Stadium as Becki Tweed's Angel City FC encounters the unrelenting second-place Orlando Pride. Seb Hines' Pride, who just missed out on the 2023 postseason have made their mark as not only a contender but a potential favorite to be that last team standing on November 23. Guided by the brilliance of the former Middlesbrough FC defender, Orlando has tallied a 9-5-0 record to this point. Those nine wins have come from its last 11 matches. If the Central Florida side can secure three more victories, it will surpass the club's previous record of 11 wins in a single season, which was achieved in 2017.
UCF basketball officially knows their conference opponents for year two in the Big 12
UCF basketball exceeded everyone's expectations in the Big 12. After some rough years in the American Athletic Conference and not making the NCAA Tournament since 2019, the Knights won more games than what was expected and even took down some heavy hitters in the Big 12. I myself can say...
Johnny Dawkins Cranks Up The Risk Factor At UCF
Duke legend Johnny Dawkins has coached at Stanford and is now at Central Florida. He has never come across as a high-risk/high reward sort of a guy but if things end up the way they’re trending right now, that might have to be reassessed. Dawkins currently has Mikey Williams...
Orlando City SC goalkeeper Mason Stajduhar undergoes successful surgery
ORLANDO, Fla. (June 30, 2024) – Following an injury in the Lions’ match at New York City FC on June 28, Orlando City SC goalkeeper Mason Stajduhar has undergone successful surgery to repair a broken tibia and broken fibula in his right leg, it was announced today. The...
New OCP safety Thomas Young headed to Air Force
Those who take football recruiting visits to the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs can be awe-struck seeing the beauty of the 18,000-acre campus at the foot of the Rocky Mountains. Orlando Christian Prep transfer Thomas Young tried to push the gorgeous backdrop out of his mind during his visit to the Air Force campus, but it wasn’t easy. Ultimately, it didn’t matter. Everything else ...
Joe LeBlanc’s Florida District 22 All-Stars Little League Report – Thursday, June 27
BREVARD COUNTY • MIMS, FLORIDA – The Florida District 22 All-Star Tournament for 2024 continued Thursday night with the 9/10/11 Baseball Division at Canaveral Groves. Space Coast LL (visitor) had 2 baserunners in the 2nd inning when Bradyn Patterson reached on a single followed by Jackson Utz who reached on a fielder’s choice. Neither baserunner scored.
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