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Orlando's Camping World Stadium Buzzes with High School Football Media Days as Athletes Eye NIL Opportunities
Camping World Stadium in Orlando becomes a hub for the region's young athletes as it hosts High School Football Media Days in partnership with Florida Citrus Sports. These few days give the gridiron stars from over 100 high school football teams a slice of the media spotlight, discussing team strategies and personal goals as the season looms on the horizon. WESH 2 Sports reports that teams from Orange and Osceola counties had the field first, on Thursday, followed by a roster of others spaced out through the weekend.
UCF flips Alabama in-state 4-Star DB commit
Jamarrion Gordon has confirmed he has flipped his verbal commitment from Alabama to UCF. Gordon is a 2026 four-star defensive back out of Jackson High School in Alabama. His decision leaves the Tide with one 2026 commit. Alabama originally picked up a commitment from Gordon in May. Justin Smith is...
Sonic Prep Player of the Week: Vernell Brown III
ORLANDO, Fla. – A recent college commit adds to the standard that is Jones High School, one of the premier football programs in Central Florida. Vernell Brown III, a star senior wide receiver, recently announced his intent to play for the University of Florida. Playing for the Gators was a natural decision for the Gainesville native.
Howl-O-Sprint – Run for Your Life: Friday, Sept. 13
SeaWorld Orlando’s inaugural Howl-O-Sprint 5K Run is the ultimate Halloween thrill, and you’re invited—if you dare! Join us as darkness falls on Friday, Sept. 13 for a heart-pounding race through terrifying scare zones and past chilling roller coasters as sinister characters pursue you relentlessly. Survive to cross...
UCF football schedule 2024: Dates, kickoff times, TV channel for each game
The 2024 college football season is around the corner, and UCF is looking to make some noise in an expanded Big 12. No, this isn't a result of players of EA Sports' College Football 25 going haywire with modified conferences. The Knights joined the Big 12 in 2023 with Cincinnati, BYU and Houston,...
Residents unable to apply for Florida’s Swim Lesson Voucher Program despite new law
OVIEDO, Fla. – With summer in full swing, health experts are raising awareness about water safety, but there are still questions about a new Florida law that provides free swim lessons to some children. Thursday is World Drowning Prevention Day and also marks nearly a month since the state’s...
The Best Watch Parties and Places to Celebrate the Paris 2024 Olympics in Orlando
There's much excitement in Orlando about the 2024 Summer Olympics, which officially kick off on June 26 in France. The Paris 2024 Olympics Opening Ceremony starts at 1:30 p.m. Orlando-time on Sunday, June 26. Once the Summer Olympics are officially underway, they run through August 11. There are a few Olympics watch parties and events...
Things to do: 2024 Leagues & Summer Cup, Luau at Boxi Beach, Lego Space Tour and more this weekend
ORLANDO, Fla. — There are numerous activities to enjoy this weekend in Central Florida. Now through July 31st, it’s your last weekend to enjoy the Christmas in July Extravaganza at the Florida Mall. On Friday, July 26th, the 2024 Leagues Cup will feature Orlando City SC and FC...
Top Big Ten nonconference games includes this Florida matchup
It is no secret that Florida football faces one of the toughest schedules in the nation this fall but the Gators also represent a robust opponent for a few teams out there as well. College Sports Wire’s Patrick Conn recently broke down the top five nonconference matchups for the Big Ten’s 2024 campaign, with the Orange and Blue taking on the UCF Knights as the final entry on the list. “We have a Sunshine State matchup between the UCF Knights and Florida Gators in Week 6 of the 2024 season,” Conn begins. “These two teams have only met three times in their history,...
Apopka High School alumna Shekinah Leonce to join Team USA in Paris
APOPKA, Fla. — Shekinah Leonce, an Apopka High School alumna, is returning to the room where her journey began and is now preparing to join Team USA in Paris. Leonce spent countless hours in this room, shadowing the athletic trainers at Apopka High School. She initiated the sports medicine program as a freshman.
Orlando Magic still need to figure out what their heart and soul is worth
The Orlando Magic had completed most of their offseason work when Jeff Weltman met with the media to introduce Kentavious Caldwell-Pope informally in early July. They had added the veteran guard to bolster their starting lineup. They retained Goga Bitadze, Moritz Wagner and Gary Harris to maintain a deep bench. They signed Franz Wagner to a max extension and renegotiated Jonathan Isaac's contract.
UCF Rowing Alums Shine at 2024 Paris Olympics: Poulsen in Women’s Four, Senkute in Single Sculls
UCF Rowing alumni, Poulsen and Senkute, along with a former UCF women's soccer player, are making their Olympic debuts in Paris, marking a significant moment for the university's athletic legacy. Julie Poulsen helped the UCF rowing team secure three AAC titles and earned CRCA All-American honors. Viktorija Senkute contributed to...
Box Manufacturing Olympics Deadline Extended To July 26
TAPPI and AICC, the Independent Packaging Association, co-producers of SuperCorrExpo, have announced that the entry deadline for the quadrennial Box Manufacturing Olympics has been extended to July 26. All selected entries will be showcased at SuperCorrExpo from September 8-12 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. The Box...
How to buy UCF football tickets: See prices for games on 2024 schedule
UCF football fans, get ready for Year 2 of Big 12 conference play in the 2024 college football season. The Knights' first year in a power conference ended with a 6-7 record, though they did close the regular season winning three of four games to make the Gasparilla Bowl. This season, coach Gus...
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