For nearly nine straight years Ridgewood's Gary Anders reaped the benefits of having what every high school basketball coach loves to possess: a dominant big man in the middle. ...more

December 19, 2009

FOOTBALL Three Nature Coast players receive All-State nods, including repeat selections Tevin Drake and Mike Fields, along with offensive lineman Chad Dampier. ...more

January 28, 2009

In 2005, the Plant High volleyball team saw an early exit from the postseason after being eliminated in the regional semifinals by Venice. Having won state titles in 2001, 2002 and 2003, it marked the second consecutive year the Panthers were ousted from the playoffs by Venice. ...more

September 1, 2008

DIXIE YOUTH LEAGUE BASEBALL MAJORS Heavy on experience and pitching, plus a balanced offense, Hernando readies for state title run. ...more

July 12, 2008

Bishop McLaughlin COACH: Nick Rodriguez (Third season) DISTRICT: 2A-9 KEY LOSSES: None PLAYERS TO WATCH: Marcel Duarte CF, Sr.; Chris Overbeck P, Sr.; Mike Gonzalez SS, Jr.; T.J. Wharton 3B/C Fr. OUTLOOK: The Hurricanes had a strong season last year with their first senior class, but much of their talent is back this year, so they are looking for another successful campaign. Overbeck and Gonzalez were second-team all-state selections, and Duarte led the team in HRs and RBIs. The only drawback is that Bishop McLaughlin was bumped up a class and is in a tougher district with Calvary Christian, Indian Rocks Christian and Tampa Prep. The Hurricanes are fast, solid on defense and are looking to improve their consistency on offense. ...more

February 15, 2008

Twenty four area high school football players were named Thursday to the Florida Sports Writers Association Class 4A all-state team. ...more

January 18, 2008

The Bayshore Christian volleyball program won consecutive Class 1A state championships in 2003 and 2004 and lost in the title game in 2005. Last season, the Faith Warriors were eliminated in the region final by Bradenton Christian. ...more

September 17, 2007