NEWBERRY — The Newberry Panthers dominated the Keystone Heights Indians en route to a 48-0 blowout Friday. Running back Kaleb Woods led the outburst, as the junior standout rushed for 176 yards and four touchdowns on 13 carries. The Newberry defense also showed out, even with the absence of University …
Read More »Eastside vs. Trinity Catholic Football Preview
The Eastside Rams (1-2) will face the Trinity Catholic Celtics (1-2) at 7 p.m. on Thursday at Citizens Field. Eastside Rams Last Friday, the Rams lost to the Buchholz Bobcats 35-7. Throughout the game, the Rams struggled to get anything going with their passing attack and committed numerous penalties. Entering …
Read More »Saint Francis Football Falls Short Against Jordan Christian Prep
The football adage “The game is won or lost in the trenches” was evident Friday in Saint Francis Catholic Academy’s 32-13 loss to Auburndale Jordan Christian Prep. The Wolves (0-4) only attempted nine passes in the home game, with both touchdowns coming on the ground from sophomore quarterback Jake Long. …
Read More »Gainesville Gashes Santa Fe En Route To Big Road Win
ALACHUA — Big plays were the name of the game Friday for the Gainesville High School football team in its 33-7 trouncing of Santa Fe. The Hurricanes, who moved to 2-0 for the first time since 2012, had scores of 46, 64 and 90 yards that kept the Raider defenders …
Read More »Amelia Collins: Buchholz Softball’s Secret Weapon
By Hailey Livesay and Raegan Churi Amelia Collins is a senior captain of the Buchholz Bobcats varsity softball team. Her coaches and teammates attribute her success to her dedication and love of the game, which is palpable when she plays. Battling through multiple injuries, she has overcome many obstacles throughout …
Read More »Saint Francis Baseball Defeats Wildwood, 10-1
Saint Francis’ baseball team beat visiting Wildwood 10-1 Tuesday, the Wolves’ second win against the Wildcats this season. Starting Off Strong The Saint Francis (12-8) batting lineup started the first inning strong when Chris Durstine hit a single. Colin Kuruppacherry followed with a run-scoring hit for Saint Francis’ first of …
Read More »Photo Gallery: Santa Fe Baseball Falls To Keystone Heights
ALACHUA — The Santa Fe Raiders baseball team fell short Thursday in losing 2-1 to Keystone Heights. Santa Fe (9-12) gears up next to host the Hernando Leopards (14-7) on Monday at 6 p.m. Keystone Heights (16-6) will face the visiting Tocoi Creek Toros (17-4) on Monday at 6:30 p.m. …
Read More »Santa Fe Raiders Softball Secures Win Against Columbia Tigers
ALACHUA — The Santa Fe High School softball team stretched its winning streak to five games Tuesday against the Columbia Tigers, 10-2. Slow Start The Raiders (15-3) and the Tigers (10-10) engaged in a thrilling battle. Both teams displayed their abilities on the field, keeping the game scoreless for the …
Read More »Photo Gallery: Gainesville Softball Defeats Bradford
The Gainesville Hurricanes softball team secured a victory against the Bradford Tornadoes, 8-5, on Monday. The Hurricanes (17-3) will host the Hawthorne Hornets (5-9) at 7 p.m. Wednesday. Bradford (5-13) is set to compete at Interlachen on Tuesday at 6 p.m.
Read More »Santa Fe Boys Lacrosse Edges Out Newberry in District Tournament
By Savannah Milner and Rhiannon Thomas ALACHUA — The Santa Fe Raiders boys lacrosse team won in the quarterfinals of the 1A-District 3 tournament, 11-8, against Newberry on Wednesday. The four seed Raiders (9-7) will play at top seed Oak Hall (13-3) at 7:30 p.m. Friday in the semifinals. Back-and-Forth …
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