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Megan Fudge demonstrates technique to a pair of senior pros during a Sept. 14 practice at Dill Dinkers. The pro pickleballer has become an advocate for the sport's growth while competing across the world.
    By
  • Jack Nelson
  • September 17, 2025
Megan Fudge visits Dill Dinkers, challenges anti-pickleball views

The APP Tour's all-time medals leader put true athleticism on display at the Sarasota-based club.

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Joel Morris poses for a photo during a Sept. 16 practice. The senior is a dual-threat quarterback for Booker football, and put on a dominant display in Week 4.
    By
  • Jack Nelson
  • September 16, 2025
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Joel Morris

The senior quarterback tossed four touchdowns in a big-time Week 4 victory for Booker football.

  • Sarasota
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Allan Knight resigned as Cardinal Mooney head volleyball coach after a 6-5 start to the 2025 season.
    By
  • Jack Nelson
  • September 15, 2025
Knight resigns as Cardinal Mooney volleyball coach

Allan Knight held the position for just over a year before stepping down as Leah Mihm takes over in interim role.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Riverview girls' volleyball celebrates after winning a point during a Sept. 4 match against Bradenton Christian. The Rams are off to a winning start in their 2025 campaign.
    By
  • Jack Nelson
  • September 11, 2025
Buoyed by talent, Riverview volleyball off to a nice start

The Rams won four of their first six matches as district title defense rolls on

  • Sarasota
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Noah Chieffo starred early and often for Riverview in its high-scoring affair with Palmetto on Sept. 5, 2025.
    By
  • Jack Nelson
  • September 10, 2025
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Noah Chieffo

The Rams senior wide receiver/tight end had a quarter for the ages in Week 3.

  • Sarasota
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Sarasota junior quarterback Hudson West eyes the field before attempting a pass against Braden River.
    By
  • Jack Nelson
  • September 4, 2025
'I'm the same Hudson': Sarasota High QB stays true to himself

After busy summer, the journey rolls on for Sailor sophomore talent.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
The opening of the field house coincided with the home game on Aug. 29.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • September 3, 2025
Booker High hosts grand opening of its field house

After the school unveiled its new field house with a ribbon-cutting, its football team also won 29-23 against Berkeley Prep.

  • Sarasota
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New sportswriter is back among the palms
    By
  • Jack Nelson
  • September 2, 2025
New sportswriter is back among the palms

Jack Nelson, a UCLA graduate, joins the East County and Sarasota/Siesta Key Observers.

  • East County
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2024 Sarasota City Championship winner Brad Knight and his girlfriend, Paige Reichenberger, pose with the trophy after winning the 49th annual event at Bobby Jones Golf Club.
    By
  • Michael Harris
  • August 21, 2025
Brad Knight set to return to defend his Sarasota City Championship title

The open city tournament turns 50 at Bobby Jones Golf Club featuring five divisions.

  • Sarasota
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Cardinal Mooney receiver Kymistrii Young had a breakout performance in last year's Kickoff Classic preseason game against Booker with three touchdowns.
    By
  • Vinnie Portell
  • August 14, 2025
Kickoff Classic games will reveal where area teams stand

Questions abound heading into this high school football season.

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Setter Layla Larrick is one of a few key returners who expect Cardinal Mooney volleyball to make another run deep into the postseason.
    By
  • Vinnie Portell
  • August 13, 2025
Cardinal Mooney volleyball sets sights on state tournament

A young and deep Cougars team believes it has the players to make a run at a title.

  • Sarasota
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Sarasota High senior Jake MacDonald wants to win a state championship this fall after finishing 10th overall at the Class 3A state championship in 2024.
    By
  • Vinnie Portell
  • August 12, 2025
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Jake MacDonald

The Sarasota High golfer wants to win a state title in his senior season.

  • Sarasota
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Booker quarterback Joel Morris will be without one of his top targets from last year after receiver Tyree Mannings Jr. transferred to Venice.
    By
  • Vinnie Portell
  • August 7, 2025
The top high school football transfers to know in Sarasota

Some key players have switched schools ahead of the 2025 season.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Fans won't want to miss any of Cardinal Mooney's home football games in what should be a fun 2025 season.
    By
  • Vinnie Portell
  • August 7, 2025
The best high school games to watch this fall in Sarasota

Rivalries, district matchups and top talent litter the schedule this year.

  • Sarasota
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Sarasota High junior Sydney Mullen is learning how to play libero for a new-look Sailors volleyball team.
    By
  • Vinnie Portell
  • August 6, 2025
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Sydney Mullen

The junior Sailor is learning a new position to play beyond high school.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
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