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Spring football: Pensacola's large senior class, coach Wade McKinney looking to rebuild
Players from the Pensacola football team said this is the most excited they’ve been about starting a football season. Under first-year head coach Wade McKinney, they’ve noticed a difference in the program – even during spring practices. Practices are fast-paced, more intense, and players want to keep working for constant improvement. ...
Gulf Breeze softball has tough end to season in region championship in loss against Gainesville
A breakthrough season with the Gulf Breeze Dolphins softball team was ended Thursday night by a youthful breakout star. Gainesville High freshman Leanna Bourdage, already ranked among the nation’s upper tier of prep pitchers, dazzled with 12 strikeouts and a three-hit shutout in leading her team past host Gulf Breeze, 3-0, in the...
GHS softball heads to first final four in 8 years
For the first time in eight years, the Gainesville High softball team is back in the final four. GHS, which won the Class 7A state title in 2016, its last appearance, defeated No. 3 seed Gulf Breeze, 3-0, on the road Thursday night in an FHSAA Class 5A-Region 1 Final.
Former Pensacola Catholic tennis player Justin Lyons makes return to hometown in Futures Championship
Local tennis star Justin Lyons has never backed down from a challenge. Unseeded playing in his second consecutive Pensacola Futures Championship held at Roger Scott Tennis Center on Wednesday, he faced that challenge head on in No. 3 seed Aidan McHugh of Great Britain. ...
Spring football: Jay looking for 'big things' from experienced defense entering 2024 season
Things continue to improve for the Jay football team. Under the guidance of third-year head coach Brian Watson, there’s been growth – whether that be the literal team size, or play on the field. For the first time since 2018, the Royals posted a winning record during the 2023 campaign. ...
Washington football looking for more 'connectivity' during spring season, gearing up for fall
Entering his fourth season as the Booker T. Washington as the head football coach, Ryan Onkka is still trying to emphasize the culture that he wants. After he called the 2023 season an “off year” – a year where the Wildcats went 1-8, defeating Pensacola in Week 1 – there’s the heightened attention...
Pensacola Christian, Central track and field athletes take on state championship | AREA ROUNDUP
For the first time since 1970, the Jay baseball team will be fighting for a state championship. Elsewhere, Class 1A concluded its track and field season. Here's a roundup of...
UWF baseball team enters NCAA Division II Tournament with special place in school history
There have been previous conference titles and, of course, a national championship during Mike Jeffcoat’s 19 decorated seasons as University of West Florida baseball coach. But no matter what happens this weekend in an NCAA regional that seemed improbable two weeks ago, this year’s UWF team has created a unique distinction.
Softball Game Recap: Niceville Comes Up Short
Niceville and Pace squared off in some playoff action on Tuesday, but Niceville had to settle for second. They lost 9-0 to the Pace Patriots. Niceville's loss signaled the end of their nine-game winning streak. For Pace's part, Niceville's batters probably weren't too happy with Jayden Heavener, who pitched a...
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