Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training (FAST) in Ocala, FL will host the USA Swimming Futures Championships and the USA Swimming Speedo Sectionals this summer.
Sports
6 months ago
Olympic hopefuls and rising stars dive into Ocala this summer

FAST will host two major USA Swimming events, bringing top talent and big crowds to Marion County.

Sports
6 months ago
Ocala favorite Sandman headed to the Kentucky Derby after big win

Locally trained Sandman qualifies for Kentucky Derby as Marion County-bred horses compete on Florida Cup Day.

College of Central Florida players huddle during a break in play against Lake Sumter State College on April 1, 2025, in Ocala, Fla. CF fell 6-5 in a walk-off loss.
Sports
6 months ago
CF Patriots fall to Lake Sumter in dramatic walk-off finish

Late ninth-inning double hands College of Central Florida a rare non-conference loss after back-and-forth battle.

Lake Weir High School wrestlers strike a playful pose after a successful postseason run, including strong finishes at the county and district tournaments. Two athletes advanced to the Florida State Championships in Kissimmee.
Sports
6 months ago
Lake Weir wrestlers go the distance in a season full of heart, hustle, and hometown pride

Smith and Grooms lead the charge as team lands strong finishes and celebrates a rivalry built on respect.

A sprint out of the batter's box. Patriots took a 9-7 win to split the doubleheader.
Sports
6 months ago
CF Patriots rally past Manatees 9-7 to split doubleheader

After a 13-0 loss in game one, CF explodes offensively in game two behind Martinez’s two home runs and Harman’s three doubles.

Equine
6 months ago
Small but mighty: diminutive pony steals the show at national equestrian competition

Halcyonia Mistletoe, a determined mare known as “Sky,” wins big at Live Oak International with grace, grit, and fearless focus.

Victor Martinez takes a pitch during a sunset matchup between the College of Central Florida and State College of Florida on Thursday, March 28, 2025, in Bradenton, Fla.
Sports
6 months ago
Patriots fall to walk-off grand slam after late rally against SCF Manatees

CF battles back from four-run deficit to take late lead, but SCF’s Allan Gil ends it with ninth-inning grand slam.

Morgyn Stevens delivers a pitch during game two of the CF Patriots’ doubleheader against Seminole State on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, in Sanford, FL.
Sports
6 months ago
CF Patriots rally late to split doubleheader with Seminole State

After a tough game one loss, the Patriots surged back with 18 hits and a clutch finish to win game two 12-11 on the road.

College of Central Florida baseball player Victor Martinez (#19) swings at a pitch during a game as the catcher and umpire watch closely, with teammates and coaches looking on from the dugout in the background.
Sports
6 months ago
Martinez’s Late Blast Lifts CF Patriots to 6-5 Comeback Win Over Vikings

Victor Martinez’s clutch three-run homer in the seventh propels College of Central Florida past St. John’s River; Pats set for key Citrus Conference showdown.

America’s team, from left, McLain Ward, Laura Kraut, Robert Ridland, Lillie Keenan, and Aaron Vale pose after winning the Longines League of Nations at the World Equestrian Center in Ocala, Fla., on Saturday, March 22, 2025. The U.S. claimed the overall League of Nations trophy.
Sports
6 months ago
Red, white, and bold: Team USA shines in front of home crowd at World Equestrian Center |PHOTOS & VIDEO

Olympic veterans McLain Ward and Laura Kraut lead a strong U.S. team to victory in Ocala, thrilling a hometown crowd with clutch performances in the FEI Longines League of Nations™.

1 3 4 5 6 7 32