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Josh Smithers talks to his team after practice.
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • August 3, 2017
New Riverview coach makes most of quick turnaround

Smithers took over for Todd Johnson in June.

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Sydney Edwards coxes for the Women's 8+ team at the 2016 World Rowing Junior Championships. Photo courtesy USRowing.
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  • August 3, 2017
Sarasota coxswain makes history at World Rowing Junior Championships

Sydney Edwards became the first U.S. woman to cox for a men's crew in FISA competition.

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Evan Mendoza while at NC State University. Photo courtesy NC State Athletics Communications.
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  • August 3, 2017
Sarasota High 5 Moments: 08.03.17

Sarasota High 5 Moments: 08.03.17

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Chasen Dubs. Courtesy photo.
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • August 3, 2017
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: 08.03.17

Sarasota Athlete of the Week: 08.03.17

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Seth McGarry signs a jersey for the Miracle League of Manasota.
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • August 2, 2017
Lakewood Ranch graduate’s life in minor leagues takes unexpected turn

He was traded from the Pittsburgh Pirates organization to the Philadelphia Phillies organization on July 31.

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Lakewood Ranch quarterback Justin Curtis. File photo.
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • August 2, 2017
Football offseason passes in a snap

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn.

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Camie Lizardi.
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  • August 2, 2017
East County High 5 Moments: 08.02.17

East County High 5 Moments: 08.02.17

  • East County
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Knowledge McDaniel.
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • August 2, 2017
East County Athlete of the Week: 08.02.17

East County Athlete of the Week: 08.02.17

  • East County
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Seth McGarry, with the Bradenton Marauders.
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • August 1, 2017
Lakewood Ranch grad traded to Phillies organization

He will report to the Clearwater Threshers.

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Austin Katz was officially named to the USA Swimming 2017-218 national team on Sept. 2. File photo.
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • August 1, 2017
Former Riverview High swimmer named to national team

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn.

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Talik Keaton. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • July 29, 2017
Booker WR/QB makes verbal commitment

The three-star prospect made the announcement via Twitter.

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Braden River unveiled its new locker rooms and uniforms at its media day.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • July 28, 2017
East County sports roundup: 07.28.17

East County sports roundup: 07.28.17

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Kinsey Goelz.
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • July 27, 2017
East County sports roundup: 07.27.17

East County sports roundup: 07.27.17

  • East County
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Hannah Payan gets ready to bump an opposing shot.
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • July 27, 2017
Volleyball players talk Siesta Key Beach's unique sand

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn

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Mike Ford, 30, is trying to make it as a boxer.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • July 27, 2017
Sarasota football legend transitions to boxing ring

His professional record stands at 3-0.

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