Son of former Bradenton Christian offensive coordinator follows in father's footsteps

The son of a former Bradenton Christian offensive coordinator is following in his father's footsteps in the same role. His dad passed away early this year, and it will be the first football season he coaches without him.

Mitchell High shortstop finds himself playing in three major league ballparks

For the third time in six days, J.W. Mitchell High School shortstop Aidan Miller found himself playing in a major league ballpark on Wednesday.

Sickle High's Caden McDonald Florida's No.1 hitter

Caden McDonald is leading the Sickles High Gryphons with his natural baseball talent that could make him Tampa Bay’s next Major League prospect. 

Is this the year for the Wharton Wildcats?

The Wharton Wildcats basketball team (28-2) is a high-flying group, loaded with top talent playing for former University of South Florida star Tommy Tonelli. 

FHSAA changes football classifications, but did they fix the problem?

The FHSAA has scraped its eight football classes in exchange for a new 10-division classification based on the population of the city instead of the number of students in a school. One coach says its going to widen the divide between well-funded private schools and public school teams.

Concussion prevention device gets FDA OK, endorsement of Tampa student-athlete

It's not about the money for Laney Higgins. She's donating the money from her name, image, and likeness deal. Her goal is to save other student athletes from suffering concussions and head injuries.

Emily Chiarella, Madi Frey set tone Steinbrenner High Warriors' run at state

The Steinbrenner High School Warriors softball team embarks on the 2022 season with one goal in mind: "Get to the State Championship," says Head Coach Jason Gordon.

Jesuit grad overcame 'hostile' road games, violence to become Univ. of Florida's first Black player

"Leonard George and the Tigers" debuts Tuesday at the Tampa Theatre and tells the story of the first Black football player at the University of Florida. He graduated from Jesuit High School in Tampa and recounts the struggles he and teammates endured -- and how teammates helped him overcome.

Best 3-pointer in the state calls Durant High home

Durant High's Austin White may spend hours in the gym perfecting his shot, but he's a natural shooter to begin with. From 3-point range, he currently is the best in the state. He's hit more than 100 from outside the arch.

Sarasota High mourns football coach who lost battle with COVID-19

The community of Sarasota High School is mourning the loss, Elton 'Coach E' Strawderman, who helped countless students -- on and off the field. He lost his life after a battle with COVID-19, but his memory continues with the students he impacted.

Teddy Balkind, 10th-grade hockey player, dies from cut on neck by skate

Police and school officials say Teddy Balkind fell to the ice during Thursday's game and the other player was unable to stop, resulting in a collision.

High school coach suspended after team blows out opponent 92-4

Sacred Heart Academy issued a statement apologizing for Monday’s blowout, saying the game didn't reflect the school’s values.

Tampa Prep junior sets sights higher after eclipsing 1,000 career points

At 32 points per game, Tampa Prep's Arianna Mosley leads the state of Florida in scoring. Those numbers have propelled the high school junior above 1,000 career points.

Riverview High grad killed in 'senseless' shooting while home from college for Christmas

Deputies say 18-year-old Dylan Jenkins wasn't even involved in the fight that led to his shooting death at a park in Sarasota. Those who loved the budding college football player are urging anyone who knows what happened to come forward.