Story by Nick Rubino and Kyle Lander The Gainesville Hurricanes (4-1) beat the Saint Francis Catholic Wolves (4-3) in three straight sets in Thursday night’s showdown at the Purple Palace in girl’s high school volleyball. Hurricanes Storm Out the Gate Gainesville started off the game strong, taking advantage of Saint …
Read More »Hurricanes mount comeback to beat Bishop Moore
Story by Kyle Lander and Nick Rubino Gainesville Hurricanes (1-1) beat the Bishop Moore Hornets (0-2) at home in Friday night’s showdown 14-6. Sluggish Start for Hurricanes & Hornets Both teams got off to a slow start on offense. Neither offense put up a first-half touchdown. The only touchdown of …
Read More »Buchholz Football Head Coach Mark Whittemore Previews Friday Season Opener
The Buchholz Bobcats kick off their football season Friday night as they prepare to face Trinity Catholic on the road. COVID Deja Vu Following a COVID-ridden 2020 season, Buchholz head coach Mark Whittemore finds his team in deja vu as “all things COVID are kind of ramping up. Despite losing …
Read More »Eastside Endures Tough Loss Against Gainesville in High School Baseball
Eastside varsity baseball suffered a 10-0 run rule loss in five innings against Gainesville High School in their first home game of the season. Eastside’s Home Opener Gainesville High School started off the first inning strong, testing Eastside pitcher Yawuum Acaad. When Eastside got their chance to fight back, in …
Read More »Buchholz Boys Basketball Fall Short in District Quarterfinals
The Buchholz Bobcats fell to the Gainesville Hurricanes Tuesday night in the Quarterfinals of the 6A District 2 Boys Basketball Tournament by a score of 45-33. This season has had many ups and downs for the Buchholz Boys Basketball team. The Bobcats finished with an 8-10 record following their loss …
Read More »District High School Basketball Tournament Heating Up
It is finally time again for Boy’s district high school basketball tournaments and there’s plenty of action around town for everyone to catch. Buchholz vs Gainesville – District 2-6A The Buchholz Bobcats will face off against their city rivals in the Gainesville Hurricanes. The two teams split their regular-season series, …
Read More »Gainesville falls short to Buchholz
The Gainesville high school boys’ basketball team lost to Buchholz High School 65-61 on Friday. The loss made for a three-game losing streak. It’s their eighth loss this season. The Canes’ didn’t go down without a fight, however. The small margin speaks for itself. The game was lively, with poms …
Read More »High School Football Playoffs Kick Off Around North Central Florida
The high school football regular season has come to an end. And tonight, numerous teams across the area will begin the chase for a state championship in what has been an unusual and challenging season for many. And while several schools will be in action, the coronavirus has forced some …
Read More »Impact of COVID-19 on Hurricanes Football Program Runs Deep
The Gainesville High School Hurricanes have suffered the effects of COVID-19 more than most high schools. This team was put through not just one, but two quarantines. As a result, Gainesville only had five regular-season games, and their playoff journey is just now beginning. Most teams wouldn’t be in the …
Read More »Hurricanes Volleyball Sweeps the Bulldogs in a Thrilling Match
The Gainesville Hurricanes start off the week strong with a win against the Bell Bulldogs Monday night. The Hurricanes (11-5) swept the Bulldogs (15-4) in an exciting match that left fans on the edge of their seats. Hurricanes Set the Tone for the Match in the First Set Although the …
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