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Hayley Walding takes a jumper against IMG Academy.
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  • January 19, 2017
SMA girls basketball player takes flight as leader

The Eagles' point guard has added to her scoring arsenal over the years.

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Riverview' s Brion Whitley.
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  • January 19, 2017
Sarasota High 5 Moments: 01.19.17

Sarasota High 5 Moments: 01.19.17

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M.J. McMahon.
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  • January 19, 2017
Sarasota athlete of the week: 01.19.17

Sarasota athlete of the week: 01.19.17

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Sarasota sports roundup: 01.19.17
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  • January 19, 2017
Sarasota sports roundup: 01.19.17

Sarasota sports roundup: 01.19.17

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It is recommended that fans purchase tickets online. Photo courtesy the Baltimore Orioles.
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • January 18, 2017
Orioles spring training tickets on sale Jan. 21

It is recommended that fans purchase tickets online.

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Jeff Maultsby, the director of business and economic development for Sarasota County, called today a landmark day, but stressed that the deal is not yet finalized.
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • January 17, 2017
Braves exclusively negotiating with Sarasota County for spring training home

Braves exclusively negotiating with Sarasota County for spring training home

  • Sarasota
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AJ Caldwell and the Rams are ranked fourth in Class 9A in a new poll.
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • January 17, 2017
Riverview boys basketball ranked top-5 in new state poll

The Rams are 8-3 on the season.

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Sarasota weekend roundup: 01.16.17
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • January 16, 2017
Sarasota weekend roundup: 01.16.17

Sarasota weekend roundup: 01.16.17

  • Sarasota
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Max Miville hits a side kick.
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • January 12, 2017
After-school defense class teaches young kids to combat bullying

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  • Sarasota
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Ja' Da Bennett launches a pass to a teammate.
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • January 12, 2017
Sarasota senior rounds back into form after serious knee injury

She is hoping to prove to college scouts that she deserves a scholarship.

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AJ Caldwell.
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • January 12, 2017
Sarasota High 5 Moments: 01.12.17

Sarasota High 5 Moments: 01.12.17

  • Sarasota
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Mariah Walker.
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  • January 12, 2017
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: 01.12.17

Sarasota Athlete of the Week: 01.12.17

  • Sarasota
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Ed Smith Stadium. Courtesy photo.
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  • January 5, 2017
Exciting times ahead for Sarasota sports

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Nikki Yanez. Photo by Jen Blanco.
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • January 5, 2017
Ten Sarasota athletes to watch in 2017

These stars will command special attention for the next 12 months.

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Feb. 26: Baltimore Orioles opening spring training home game vs. Pittsburgh at Ed Smith Stadium. Courtesy photo.
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • January 5, 2017
Five key 2017 Sarasota sports dates

Five key 2017 Sarasota sports dates

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