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Mild-mannered Orlando boxer Omari Jones eyes gold medal in Paris
Omari Jones is not your stereotypical boxer. He doesn’t seem to have the personality and demeanor of a career pugilist. Boxers can be considered to be bullies; troublemakers always looking to get into fisticuffs like Mike Tyson. He was a street brawler until famous boxing trainer Cus D’Amato helped channel his aggressions. Jones’ nickname might suggest a street mentality, but the man they call ...
Montverde Academy’s Olympians: Eight Shining Stars All Set for the Global Stage
Montverde Academy celebrates the incredible achievements of its student-athletes and alumni who will compete in the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Here are the distinguished individuals proudly representing their countries and showcasing their talents:. Jose Tati, a rising senior, will swim for Cabo Verde in the Men’s 50-meter Freestyle event....
Orlando Pride hosting first Olympic watch party on July 25
Orlando Pride will host a series of watch parties this summer in honor of a number of their players representing their home countries in France for the 2024 Paris Olympics. The first event is scheduled for July 25 at American Social Orlando, as Brazil takes on Nigeria at 1 p.m. in Group C play. Orlando Pride Brazilian members include our team captain Marta who will be making her final Olympic appearance for her country.
Gators grab 2025 five-star wideout Vernell Brown III, out of Jones High School
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - Billy Napier’s 45th birthday is a memorable one as he nets another top ten in-state wideout, Vernell Brown III from Jones High School in Orlando, FL. On Sunday, during a live video on the On3 Recruiting YouTube page, Brown picked Florida over Ohio State, Miami,...
Competitive Florida siblings drive each other to win gold at AAU Karate Nationals
WINTER GARDEN, Fla. - Siblings Jennifer and Zaine Jeffres are super competitive at home and during their karate practices in Winter Garden. Their rivalry has paid off significantly. Earlier this month, they achieved a rare feat at the AAU Karate Nationals in Miami. Sometimes, a person's biggest competition is their...
COLLEGE FOOTBALL: UCF Knights Recieve $2.5 Million Pledge Commitment to Football Program
ORLANDO, FLORIDA – When UCF’s football team returns to the practice field later this month, the Knights will be playing on the newly named Wayne Densch Practice Complex. The complex’s new name recognizes a new $2.5 million pledge commitment from the Wayne Densch Charitable Trust in support of the Hagle Football Gateway project on UCF’s campus.
Listen Now! UCF football ready for second year in Big 12, welcomes four new member schools
UCF head coach Gus Malzahn has deep ties with Auburn Universty. Malzahn was the Tigers’ offensive coordinator from 2009-11, then head coach at Auburn from 2013-20. Heading into the 2024 season, his fourth as UCF head coach, you can still see his connection to Auburn is still fomenting. On...
Solar Bears continue honoring Bungalower Buddy discount in 2024-25 season
Bungalower Buddy Keyholders can unlock a special discount for a third consecutive year to see Orlando Solar Bear (Facebook | Website) hockey games at the Kia Center. Buddy members can simply show their member keychain at the Solar Bears box office at the stadium to unlock a $10 game-day rush ticket. Members must have their keychain to qualify and the offer does not extend to other people in their party unless they also have their own keychain.
Here are bicycle safety tips for students on the road this school year
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – It’s only a few weeks until students in Central Florida head back to school — and that means there will be more kids on the streets either walking or riding their bicycles to school. In the last few years, there have been several...
Orlando Pride surprise in Summer Cup with dramatic draw and penalty shootout against North Carolina Courage
Women's soccer is always a box of surprises and the first match of the NWSL x LIGA MX Femenil Summer Cup proved it once again. The Orlando Pride took on the North Carolina Courage in a thrilling match that ended in a 1-1 draw, with the decision going to penalties at WakeMed Soccer Park. The Courage came out on top, winning 5-4 and securing an extra point in the competition .
Kevin Brown faces John Bauza at MVP 8 in Orlando in Sept, Javon Walton in co-main
The bout between Kevin Hayler Brown and John Bauza has been set to headline “Most Valuable Prospects 8” at Caribe Royale Orlando in Orlando, Florida on September 6. The contest is scheduled for 10 rounds at super lightweight. The WBA Continental Americas title is on the line. Unbeaten...
RJ Harvey Leads Explosive UCF Knights Offense That Could Shock Big 12
If you don’t know about UCF running back RJ Harvey, then you probably weren’t paying attention to Big 12 football last season. Because everyone in the Big 12 knows after last season. RJ Harvey’s 2023 Campaign. As the Knights made their Big 12 debut, they leaned hard...
Two Olympia Track Club members to compete at AAU Junior Olympics
Keyana Cranston, 11, and Amiyah Kent, 9, have shined with Olympia Track Club. Both of them have a lot of hardware to show off. When asked how many awards Keyana has, she answered, “about 62.”. From a young age, Cranston showcased her skill. She said, “I always used to...
Universal Orlando brings a taste of Paris to the NBC Sports Olympic Zone
As the world converges on Paris, Universal Orlando is ready to bring a taste of that sports spectacle to the theme park. From Parisian food delights to cheering on all the action, the Universal Team is ready to bring the party to the plaza. With the world turning to the...
Not Too Early Big XII Hoops Predictions: No. 13, UCF
Of the sixteen franchises in the Big XII, UCF has probably the greatest disparity between its ceiling and its floor. That is another way of saying the Knights have the potential to be fairly salty, but they could also easily go down in smoke and ash. On the plus side,...
UCF football recruiting: 2025 commit tracker and predictions
Ever since Gus Malzahn took over the football program at UCF the Knights have seen a "boom" in recruiting and it truly no question as to why. UCF has moved up in the recruiting ranks tremendously in the last four years. Recruitment is so important in all college sports and...
College Sports Recap: Recent Wins and Losses in Central Florida Universities
The landscape of college sports in Central Florida has been vibrant and eventful specially the basketball section, marked by significant victories, unexpected losses, and notable individual performances. This article delves into the latest developments, focusing on key events and figures that have shaped the current season. Johnny Dawkins’ Contract Extension...
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