High school athletes still prepping for college, despite COVID-19 closures
Spring sports at high schools across the country are at a standstill, which means college recruiting is taking a hit, too.
FHSAA gives glimmer of hope to Jesuit Baseball, other spring sports
Hope was something Tampa Jesuit baseball had an abundance of just a few weeks ago.
Coronavirus shutdown delays spring football; may impact fall season
The Florida High School Athletic Association has come out today with the first decision in two weeks regarding all spring sports. They have extended the shutdown until at least until May 3, holding out hope that they can still salvage some spring games.
Strawberry Crest cheer team wins school's first national championship
The varsity cheer squad at Strawberry Crest High School has a lot to celebrate. The team just won the school's first cheerleading national championship.
Steinbrenner High freshman representing USA in international para-athlete competition
A Hillsborough County high school freshman is training to represent the USA in an international sports competition for athletes with disabilities.
Florida mom of high school football player who died of heatstroke advocates for athlete safety bill
With the Florida legislative session ending in a little more than three weeks, time is of the essence for Laurie Giordano in her fight to ensure no high school student-athlete dies from heatstroke-related illness.
Lakeland 9-year-old proving to be an asset for Excel Christian varsity basketball
Don't let 9-year-old Anyla Parker's age and size fool you. This kid is a force on the hardwood and she knows it. And she's already playing for the Spartan varsity basketball team.
Coach Kronk leaves winning legacy for students at Leto High
A beloved football coach at Tampa's Leto High School died unexpectedly over the weekend at only 28 years old. Now his team, students, family, and friends are trying to come to terms with losing someone so special.
'Blessed to be Bartow:' Polk cheerleading squad lands rare triple crown
Their stunts will make your jaw drop. Their skilled routine is the result of an entire year's work and sacrifice. And it all paid off: One Polk County cheerleading squad is celebrating their biggest victory ever.
MLB star Pete Alonso's jersey retired at Plant High School
It was maybe the first time that Pete Alonso's high school coach had praise instead of instruction. And he made sure to beam it from the loudspeakers at the field at Plant High School so all of his current players could hear.
Jesuit hoping dual wrestling state title leads to more
Last month, the Jesuit Wrestling team got a monkey off its back by winning the program’s first-ever dual wrestling state championship.
Robinson High School grad is now a Super Bowl champion
The Kansas City Chiefs are on top of the world right now, celebrating their first Super Bowl victory in 50 years. Among the players in the flurry of confetti is a familiar face and an athlete whose career kicked off right here in Tampa Bay.
Teen - and his leg - a luxury for Pinellas Park football
Robert Gunn III has had a bomb of a leg dating back to youth football. Now kicking at the high school level, Robert has become as much of a luxury for the Patriots as he is an asset.
Longtime Plant High football coach resigns; heading for Toledo
After 16 years as the head football coach of Plant High School, Robert Weiner announced he is resigning to take a college-level job.
Daytona Beach hoping for tourism boost with return of high school football championship
Daytona Beach is hosting the Florida High School Athletic Association state high school football championships this year at Daytona Stadium.
Concussions may increase suicide risk in high school athletes, study finds
A history of sports-related concussions may increase high school athletes' risk of suicide, according to new research out of the University of Texas School of Public Health.
Armwood, Lakeland prepare for rare high school version of 'War on I-4'
Armwood has lost just four games in the last three years. The defending state champs, Lakeland, have lost just once in three seasons, and are winners of 28 straight. But it's been over 20 years since they played each other.
The Bartalo Brothers are leading Gaither through the playoffs
The Bartalo family has had a big part in leading the Cowboys to the top seed. Tony is the quarterback; younger brother Nick blocks for him on the line, and their father Steve is an assistant coach. It's the tight-knit family within the Cowboys family.
The 'A-Train' still has Northside Christian rolling
Mike Alstott took over as Northside Christian's head football coach eight years ago. Some had thought it would be for just for the time his son was in school. But Griffin graduated in 2017 and moved on to play in college; his dad stayed on and is committed to coaching.
Pasco Schools close off two bleachers after dire reports
Pasco County is taking a closer look at football stadium bleachers after receiving blunt reports from structural engineers.