Jordan Rees is known for his research. In preparing for a race, he studies the background of every swimmer he's going up against. Long before Friday's Class 3A state meet, the Wharton senior sprinter predicted his specialty, the 50 freestyle, would come down to a faceoff between he and Miami Palmetto's Michael Saco. ...more

November 14, 2009

There's nothing like getting humbled by a bunch of 8-year olds. Wharton High senior swimmer Jordan Rees would know. He's been there, done that. Rees didn't really make a splash his first couple of years in the pool. ...more

November 11, 2009

Monster trucks invade the County Fairgrounds as Monster Mania Madness roars into town Nov. 6-7 with monster truck action featuring Bear Foot, El Bandito, The General, Bad News and Gunslinger in an all-out battle in racing, wheelie contest, freestyle and more. Attendees are invited to take a ride on the "Bad to the Bone" monster ride truck. The event starts at 7:30 p.m. ...more

November 6, 2009

The Sickles girls swim team was one point better than Berkeley Prep on Tuesday night. The Gryphons defeated the Bucs 93-92, while the Berkeley Prep boys easily defeated Sickles, 125-58. ...more

September 23, 2009

Gators win 400 freestyle relay to claim crown. ...more

November 7, 2008

With its regular-season victories against Hillsborough County opponents this year, the Newsome girls swimming team is clearly the team to beat. ...more

October 18, 2008

Land O' Lakes Alex Pierovich sets school record in girls 500 freestyle ...more

October 9, 2008

Expanded Prep Results for Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2008 ...more

September 24, 2008

Look out, Mark Spitz. Get the check ready, Speedo. Michael Phelps is closing in - quickly, of course. ...more

August 15, 2008

Michael Phelps got one of his toughest races out of the way, and it couldn't have been any easier. ...more

August 10, 2008