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East County | Sports

Braden River coach Don Purvis was pleased with the way his team kept fighting throughout a tough district season.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 9, 2011
Venice ends Braden River's dreams of a postseason run

After an emotional win two weeks ago, the Braden River High football team was unable to relive some of that magic as the host Pirates fell to Venice 49-7 in the Class 7A-District 10 finale for both teams.

  • East County
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Kayla Estling
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 9, 2011
Observer Team Spotlight Q&A

Read this week's Observer Team Spotlight Q&A with Kayla Estling

  • East County
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The East County Observer and Bogey's Restaurant and Sports Pub have teamed up to showcase the East County’s top athletes. Each recipient’s article will be featured on the restaurant’s wall.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 9, 2011
Athlete of the Week: Demardre Patterson

Sophomore running back Demardre Patterson rushed for 70 yards on eight carries and scored three touchdowns while leading The Out-of-Door Academy to a 55-0 victory over Saint Stephen's in the annual Headmaster's Cup Nov. 4.

  • East County
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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 8, 2011
EMB win Don Clarke Bowl Series

The East Manatee Bulldog Pee Wee team defeated the New Tampa Wildcats 18-0 to win the Don Clark Bowl Series Championship Nov. 5.

  • East County
  • Sports
Morgan Keefer and Marian Robertson attempt to block a shot by a Tampa King outside hitter.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 8, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Lakewood Ranch High volleyball

The Lakewood Ranch High volleyball team won its first-ever regional tournament match, defeating Tampa King 3-0 in a Class 6A-Region 3 quarterfinal Nov. 2. The Lady Mustangs defeated the Lions 26-24, 25-20, 25-22. Mariah Robertson finished with 11 kills and three aces and Ashlyn Falahee had seven kills, two blocks, four digs and an ace to lead the way for Lakewood. Quillan Toler finished with seven kills, one block and one ace and Shelby Walker added four kills and five blocks. Ali Milbourn finished with 22 assists. With the win, Lakewood plays host to Seminole Osceola in a regional semifinal at 7 p.m. tonight. The Lady Mustangs defeated the Lady Warriors 3-1 to win their first district title.

  • East County
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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 8, 2011
Mustangs fall in season openers

The Lakewood Ranch High boys and girls soccer teams both fell in their season openers.

  • East County
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The Lakewood Ranch High volleyball team celebrates its 3-0 victory over Tampa King in a Class 6A-Region 3 quarterfinal Nov. 2.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 7, 2011
PHOTO OF THE DAY: Lady Mustangs Moving On

The Class 6A-District 12 champion Lakewood Ranch High volleyball team will play host to district 12 runner-up Seminole Osceola at 7 p.m. tomorrow night in a Class 6A-Region 3 semifinal match.

  • East County
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The Lakewood Ranch High football team will play in a regional quarterfinal game Nov. 18 after finishing the season as the Class 6A-District 7 runner-up.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 4, 2011
Mustangs clinch playoff berth

The Lakewood Ranch High football team is headed back to the playoffs after defeating Seminole Osceola 35-28 in the Class 6A-District 7 finale for both teams.

  • East County
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The Braden River High football team fell short of reaching the postseason with a 49-7 loss to Venice Nov. 4.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 4, 2011
Indians dash Pirates playoff hopes

After an emotional win two weeks ago, the Braden River High football team was unable to relive some of that magic as the host Pirates fell to Venice 49-7 in the Class 7A-District 10 finale for both teams.

  • East County
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Pat and Charlene Neal, of Neal Communities, present Gullett Principal Kathy Hayes and students with a check.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 3, 2011
Golf tourney raises funds for Gullett

A recent golf tournament raised more than $36,000 for the school.

  • East County
  • Sports
The Lakewood Ranch High boys golf won the Class 2A state title Nov. 2.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 2, 2011
Mustangs win 2A state title

The Lakewood Ranch High boys golf team shot a combined 621 to capture the Class 2A state championship Nov. 1-2 at Mission Inn Resort & Club in Howey-in-the-Hills.

  • East County
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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 2, 2011
Lady Mustangs win regional semifinal

The Lakewood Ranch High volleyball team defeated Tampa King 3-0 in a Class 6A-Region 3 quarterfinal Nov. 2.

  • East County
  • Sports
After winning its first district championship, the Lakewood Ranch High volleyball team hosted its first-ever regional tournament game Nov. 2. Photo by Brian Blanco.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 2, 2011
Lakewood Ranch volleyball team makes history

The Lakewood Ranch High volleyball team won the program's first district title with a 3-1 victory over Seminole Osceola in the Class 6A-District 12 championship Oct. 27.

  • East County
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Kaitlyn Yawn
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 2, 2011
Observer Team Spotlight Q&A

Meet this week's Observer Team player: Kaitlyn Yawn

  • East County
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Sophomore Chris Pearcey filled in at running back in the second half, finishing with with 33 yards on seven carries.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 2, 2011
Flu bug bites Mustangs

The Lakewood Ranch High football team fell to Largo 42-22 Oct. 28, allowing the host Packers to capture the Class 6A-District 7 title.

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