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  • Ryan Kohn
  • October 15, 2021
Mooney uses strong second half to beat Cambridge Christian

The Cougars outscored the Lancers 20-0 in the second half to win 27-7.

  • Sarasota
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East County football roundup: 10.15.21
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • October 15, 2021
East County football roundup: 10.15.21

East County football roundup: 10.15.21

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Senior quarterback Tayven Clark has been solid through the air and on the ground for Cardinal Mooney.
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • October 13, 2021
Cardinal Mooney football back on track after earlier skid

The Cougars have won two games in a row after dropping two in a row.

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Riverview High volleyball Coach Nickie Halbert returned to the court Sept. 20 after having a baby, Niko Alexander Cristiani, on Aug. 30.
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • October 13, 2021
Prose and Kohn: Riveview volleyball coach returns to the bench as a mother

Nickie Halbert missed approximately three weeks after the birth of her son, Niko Alexander Cristiani

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  • Ryan Kohn
  • October 8, 2021
Braden River High football stays unbeaten

The Pirates defeated Lely High 35-0 on Friday.

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Cardinal Mooney senior running back Carson Beach will try to eclipse the 1,000-yard mark in 2023.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • October 8, 2021
Cardinal Mooney football tames Panthers 44-14

Carson Beach had four rushing touchdowns in the win.

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Amanda Rosenberg and Ashley Thompson run the Rosey Times Two brand accounts together, posting still photos, videos and TikToks to increase their reach. Courtesy photo.
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • October 6, 2021
Prose and Kohn: Riverview High grads' dreams are working out

Amanda Rosenberg and Ashley Thompson, sisters, have built a strong following on their fitness brand's social media pages

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Lakewood National's Jacqueline Putrino is a two-time FHSAA state champion but elected not to play high school golf in 2021.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • October 6, 2021
Prose and Kohn: Lakewood National girls golfer is keeping busy on the national circuit

Jacqueline Putrino, a two-time, 3A state champion, leaves high school golf in favor of bigger events

  • East County
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Former Braden River High running back Deshaun Fenwick signed with the New England Patriots as an undrafted free agent April 27.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • October 6, 2021
Former Pirates running back making most of opportunities at Oregon State

Deshaun Fenwick sparks Oregon State's football team to impressive wins.

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Sarasota quarterback Lance Trippel is sacked by Riverview's Henry Fioriglio (53) and the Rams defense.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • October 5, 2021
Riverview's defense carries Rams to elite status

Rams extend their win streak over Sarasota High to 10 games.

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Lakewood Ranch, wearing pink jerseys, lines up against Venice High. The Mustangs would lose 61-7. Photo by Liz Ramos.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • October 2, 2021
East County football roundup: 10.01.21

East County football roundup: 10.01.21

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    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • October 1, 2021
Rams football extends win streak against Sailors

Riverview has now won 10 straight games against rival Sarasota

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Savannah Yoder.
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • September 29, 2021
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Savannah Yoder

The Sarasota Christian volleyball player had 42 assists against The Out-of-Door Academy on Tuesday.

  • Sarasota
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Tyler Pack has been a strong second option in the passing game at Sarasota High.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • September 29, 2021
Prose and Kohn: Underrated fall athletes get the spotlight

There are plenty of strong seasons happening at Sarasota high schools.

  • Sarasota
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Kevin Everhart.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • September 27, 2021
East County Athlete of the Week: Kevin Everhart

The Lakewood Ranch junior running back scored six touchdowns against West Boca Raton High on Sept. 24

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